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Spearhead Definition & Meaning

spearhead
noun
  1. someone who leads or initiates an activity (attack or campaign etc.)
  2. the leading military unit in an attack
  3. the head and sharpened point of a spear
verb
  1. be the leader of; "She spearheaded the effort to find a cure for the disease"

"Spearhead" in song lyrics

See how spearhead is used in real songs:

  • "band spearhead"
    AOL — AOL
  • "modern spearhead"
    AOL — AOL
  • "medal of honor spearhead"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "spearhead"

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Frequently asked questions

What does spearhead mean?
someone who leads or initiates an activity (attack or campaign etc.) the leading military unit in an attack the head and sharpened point of a spear be the leader of; "She spearheaded the effort to find a cure for the disease"
What part of speech is spearhead?
Spearhead is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does spearhead have?
Spearhead has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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