javelin

Meanings

• noun

  A long, pointed spear used as a projectile weapon, thrown by an athlete in the javelin event at the Olympic Games.

  - "The javelin thrower set a new world record at the Olympics."
  - "The ancient Greeks used javelins as both a weapon and a hunting tool."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdʒævlɪn/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=89032974"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with javelin
avelin , velvin

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Variants

List of all variants of javelin that leads to same result
javelin , javelin throw , javelin throws , javelins , the javelin

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Etymology

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From Old French javelot, from javeler 'to spear'.

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Trivia

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1. The javelin was first introduced as an Olympic event in 1896.

2. The world record for the longest javelin throw is held by Mykyla Cooper, who threw the spear 98.48 meters in 2019.

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Related Concepts

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1. Spear: A long, pointed weapon used for hunting or fighting.

2. Athletics: A sport or physical activity involving competitive contests or games requiring strength, speed, or agility.

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Culture

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The javelin is an ancient weapon that has been used for both hunting and warfare throughout history. In modern times, it is most commonly associated with the Olympic Games, where athletes compete in the javelin throw event.

How to Memorize "javelin"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a javelin thrower standing at the starting line, gripping the spear with both hands, taking a deep breath, and throwing the javelin as far as possible.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'javelin' with the image of an Olympic athlete throwing a spear.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Javelin: Just A Very Long Implement Now.

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