spear meaning and definition

SPEAR noun

Definition of spear (noun)

1. a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon
   • synonyms: lance, shaft
2. an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish
   • synonyms: fishgig, fizgig, gig, lance

SPEAR verb

Definition of spear (verb)

1. pierce with a spear
   • "spear fish"
2. thrust up like a spear
   • "The branch speared up into the air"
   • synonyms: spear up