Definitions

1. noun

a long, pointed weapon, typically used for hunting or warfare, consisting of a wooden shaft with a sharp metal point.

“The knight charged into battle with his lance in hand.”

2. verb

to strike or thrust with a lance; to hit or attack someone or something suddenly and forcefully.

“The bullfighter tried to lance the angry bull, but it charged at him instead.”

3. verb

to make a small hole in something, especially to drain a fluid from it.

“The nurse had to lance the boil to drain the pus.”

4. verb

to bring up or introduce a new idea or topic.

“The professor lanced the discussion with a thought-provoking question.”