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speared

 

[ spɪrd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

hunting action

The word 'speared' refers to the act of impaling something, usually with a sharp object like a spear. This term is often used in the context of hunting, where a spear is used to catch or kill animals. In a broader sense, it can also refer to the act of thrusting a pointed object into something. 'Speared' denotes a decisive and forceful action, reflecting a direct and aggressive approach to achieving a goal.

Synonyms

impaled, pierced, thrust

Examples of usage

  • He speared the fish with a swift motion.
  • The hunter expertly speared the boar.
  • During the competition, she speared the target perfectly.
  • They speared the meat on the grill for cooking.

Translations

Translations of the word "speared" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fendido

🇮🇳 भेदी

🇩🇪 gespießt

🇮🇩 ditusuk

🇺🇦 проткнутий

🇵🇱 przebity

🇯🇵 突き刺された

🇫🇷 transpercé

🇪🇸 atravesado

🇹🇷 delinmiş

🇰🇷 꿰뚫린

🇸🇦 مخترق

🇨🇿 proražený

🇸🇰 prebodnutý

🇨🇳 刺穿的

🇸🇮 prebodeni

🇮🇸 götur

🇰🇿 тесілген

🇬🇪 გარღვეულ

🇦🇿 deşilmiş

🇲🇽 traspasado

Etymology

The word 'spear' originates from the Old English word 'spear', which means 'a weapon with a pointed end used for thrusting or throwing'. This word has roots in Proto-Germanic '*sperwō', meaning 'a spear or javelin'. The history of spearing dates back to ancient hunting practices, where humans relied on spears as essential tools for securing food. Over time, the action of spearing became a metaphor for decisive actions taken in various contexts, ranging from hunting to strategic decisions. The evolution of the term reflects its usage in both literal and figurative senses, showing how language adapts to convey various forms of meaning related to force and precision.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,793, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.