harpoon
nounHow many syllables in harpoon?
There are 2 syllables in the word harpoon.How to pronounce harpoon:
Definition of harpoon:
- harpoon (noun):
- a barbed spear or javelin used especially in hunting large fish or whales
- a barbed spear attached to a long rope and thrown or fired when hunting whales, etc.
- a spear with a shaft and barbed point for throwing; used for catching large fish or whales; a strong line is attached to it.
Synonyms for harpoon:
arrow
barb
dart
fishgig
fishing gear
fishing rig
fishing tackle
fizgig
fluke
gig
lance
rig
spear
tackle
trident
Antonyms for harpoon:
aid
assist
cure
heal
help
increase
rise
unite
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