javelin

[US]/'dʒæv(ə)lɪn/
[UK]/'dʒævlɪn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a long spear-like weapon used for throwing.

Phrases & Collocations

throwing javelin

javelin competition

javelin throw

Example Sentences

It seems to be gavelock,which is similar with the javelin in sport.

She achieved a throw of sixty metres in the javelin event.

He's the best javelin thrower in U.S. history, having medaled at the 2007 World Championships (the Scandinavians rule the sport).

His record throw of 12.75 metres, at the Japan Masters Athletics championship in June, shattered the world centenarian javelin record formerly held by an American.

Javelin Soldier, Multigunner IFV, Chopper VX, Striker VX, TankBuster, Rocket Angel, Twinblade.

The athlete threw the javelin with great precision.

She trained hard to improve her javelin throwing technique.

The javelin competition at the Olympics was intense.

He set a new record in javelin throw at the track meet.

The javelin landed just a few meters short of the target.

She won the gold medal in javelin at the championship.

The javelin flew through the air gracefully before hitting the ground.

The javelin thrower showed incredible strength and skill.

He narrowly missed hitting the target with the javelin.

The coach gave her some tips on improving her javelin technique.

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