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harpoon

/hɑːˈruːpən/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does harpoon mean?

noun, verb

A long, barbed spear used for catching fish, or to throw at a target. To catch or attack with a harpoon.

Example

"The fisherman harpooned the whale with a long, sharp spear."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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