spearhead
Meanings
noun
- The pointed head, or end, of a spear.
- One who leads or initiates an activity (such as an attack or a campaign).
- The leading military unit in an attack.
- A player who initiates attacking moves.
verb
- To drive or campaign ardently for (an effort, project, etc.); to direct.
Pronunciation
Word forms
Etymology
From Middle English spere-hed; equivalent to spear + head.
Derived words
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