Javelin
Easton, 1897
(1.) Heb. hanith, a lance, from its flexibility (1 Samuel 18:10, 1 Samuel 18:11; 1 Samuel 19:9, 1 Samuel 19:10; 1 Samuel 20:33).
(2.) Heb. romah, a lance for heavy-armed troops, so called from its piercing (Numbers 25:7). (See ARMS.)
Dictionary: M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary (1897, public domain).