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Spears

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Spears (noun) means plural of spear: long pointed weapons or thin cut pieces of vegetable. Example: “The soldiers lined up with their spears raised.”

noun

Plural of spear: long pointed weapons or thin cut pieces of vegetable.

"The soldiers lined up with their spears raised."

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In plain EnglishMore than one spear.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: Spearses

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Etymology

Formed from Spear and -s, it is a patronymic of Spear.

Synonyms

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Rhymes for Spears

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Spears” mean?

The word “Spears” means plural of spear: long pointed weapons or thin cut pieces of vegetable. In plain terms, more than one spear.

How do you use “Spears” in a sentence?

Here is “Spears” used in a sentence: “The soldiers lined up with their spears raised.”

What part of speech is “Spears”?

“Spears” is a noun.

Is “Spears” a common word?

“Spears” is an uncommon word in modern English.

What is the difference between a spear and a lance?

Both are long pointed weapons, but a lance is typically longer and heavier, designed to be used by a mounted rider, while spears are generally shorter and can be thrown or thrust by hand.

What does "spears" mean when used with vegetables, such as asparagus spears?

When applied to vegetables, "spears" refers to thin, elongated pieces cut in the shape of a spear, as in asparagus spears or cucumber spears, rather than the weapon sense of the word.

Is "spears" always the plural of the weapon "spear"?

Not exclusively; while "spears" is the standard plural of the pointed weapon, it is also used for thin cut pieces of vegetables, so context determines which meaning applies.