spears
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈspɪɹz// UK //spˈiəz// spears
n. long weapons with a sharp point at the end, used for throwing or pushing. They are one of the oldest tools used for hunting and fighting.
n. weapons consisting of a long shaft with a pointed head, typically made of metal or stone. Used historically for thrusting or throwing in hunting and warfare.
The hunters carried long wooden spears into the forest.
Archaeologists discovered several flint spears that were used by early humans thousands of years ago.
The museum's collection includes ceremonial spears decorated with intricate carvings and feathers, reflecting the high status of the warriors who once carried them.
Usage
Usually used in the plural when referring to a group of weapons or a body of soldiers.