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Meaning of spearhead

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

spearhead

Pronunciation:/ˈspɪə.hɛd//ˈspiɹ.hɛd/

noun

Definitions

  1. The pointed head, or end, of a spear.

  2. One who leads or initiates an activity (such as an attack or a campaign).

  3. The leading military unit in an attack.

  4. A player who initiates attacking moves.

verb

Definitions

  1. To drive or campaign ardently for, as an effort, project, etc.

    Example: He spearheaded the entire project from day one.