polespear

English

noun
Definitions
  • An underwater tool used in spearfishing, consisting of a pole, a spear tip, and a rubber loop.

Etymology

Compound from English pole (head) + English spear (long stick with a sharp tip used as a weapon).

Origin

English

spear

Gloss

long stick with a sharp tip used as a weapon

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