Harpoons Meaning in English
word · lemma: harpoon
Definition
Harpoons are long, spear-like weapons used for hunting large sea animals, especially whales. They are thrown or shot and have a sharp point to stick into the animal.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in nautical or historical contexts about whaling or fishing. The singular is 'harpoon', the plural is 'harpoons.' Not used for regular fishing hooks or spears. Common collocations: 'throw a harpoon', 'whaling harpoons', 'metal harpoons.'
Example Sentences
Fishermen used harpoons to catch whales long ago.
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The ship carried several harpoons for the hunt.
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Modern harpoons can be fired using special guns.
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Most people today only see harpoons in museums or movies about whaling.
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Whalers would attach ropes to their harpoons to reel in the captured whale.
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Some traditional fishing villages still make handcrafted harpoons as part of their heritage.
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