Javelin

/ˈdʒæv.əl.ɪn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A lightweight spear that is thrown in athletic competitions.

He practiced his javelin throw every day to improve his distance for the upcoming competition.

An event in track and field where athletes throw a javelin for distance.

She won the gold medal in the javelin at the national championships.

A tool resembling a javelin, used by soldiers or hunters.

The ancient warriors used javelins to hunt wild game from a distance.

Middle English 'javeline', from Old French 'javeline', diminutive of 'javelot', meaning 'spear'.

javelin throw

The event of throwing the javelin in athletics.

javelin competition

A contest where athletes throw javelins for distance.

athletics

A collection of sports events that include track and field.

throw

To propel something with force through the air.

In informal contexts, refers to a strong throw.

He javelined that ball across the field.