lance

Meanings

• noun

  A long, thin weapon with a sharp point, used for thrusting.

• verb

  To pierce or spear with a lance.

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Pronunciation

1. /læns/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with lance
dance , chance , advance

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Variants

List of all variants of lance that leads to same result
lance , lances , launce , lanced , lancing , lance corporal , lance corporals , fer-de-lance , sand eel , sand lance , sand lances , sand launce , free lance , free lances , freelance , freelances , Armstrong , Lance Armstrong

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Etymology

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Old French 'lance' from Latin 'lancea' meaning 'spear'.

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Trivia

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1. The world record for the longest lance is held by a lance from the 16th century, measuring 5.5 meters (18 feet) in length.

2. The lance was also used as a symbol of power and authority, with the Pope's lance being a famous example.

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Related Concepts

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1. Spear: A long, pointed weapon used for thrusting or javelin-throwing.

2. Lancea: The Latin root word for 'lance' meaning 'spear'.

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Culture

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The lance was a significant weapon in medieval warfare, used by knights in tournaments and battles. It has also appeared frequently in literature, such as in the Arthurian legends and in the works of Shakespeare.

How to Memorize "lance"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a knight holding a long, pointed weapon with two hands, ready to charge into battle.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'lance' as rhyming with 'dance' or 'chance'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'L' stands for 'Lance' and 'C' for 'Charge'.

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