/ʒavəlo/ (zhav-ə-lō)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of heavy spear or throwing spear, typically with a long shaft and a heavy metal or stone head.

“The archaeologists discovered a javelot in the ancient warrior’s tomb.”

2. noun

A type of shot put or discus in track and field events, similar in shape to a spearhead.

“The athlete released the javelot and sprinted down the track.”