javelin

• Sustantivo que designa una lanza ligera que se arroja en competiciones deportivas para alcanzar la mayor distancia posible, o que históricamente se usaba como arma arrojadiza.

A noun referring to a light spear thrown in athletic competitions for distance, or historically used as a weapon.

1. Athletic eventB1formalsport

   A field event in which a spear-like object is thrown for distance as part of track and field competitions.

   Lanzamiento de jabalina

   • She won a gold medal in the javelin at the Olympics.
   • The athlete trained for years to perfect her javelin technique.
   • He set a new national record in the javelin throw.

2. Throwing spearB1formal

   A light, long, and balanced spear designed to be thrown, historically used as a weapon or in hunting.

   Jabalina arrojadiza

   • Ancient warriors used a javelin as a primary weapon in battle.
   • The hunter carried a javelin for hunting large game.
   • The javelin was crafted from wood with a sharp metal tip.

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