Meaning of 'lance'

Find the meaning of the word ‘lance’

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Meaning of ‘lance’

6 definitions found.

lance

noun

a surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade

Synonyms: lancet

noun

a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon

Synonyms: shaft

noun

an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish

Synonyms: gig

verb

open by piercing with a lancet

Example: "lance a boil"

verb

pierce with a lance, as in a knights' fight

verb

move quickly, as if by cutting one's way

Example: "Planes lanced towards the shore"

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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