Synonyms for Lance (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish):
gig, spear, fishgig, fizgigWordNet sense 2 (a long pointed rod used as a weapon):
shaftWordNet sense 3 (a surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade; used for punctures and small incisions):
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