Caber
/ˈkeɪbər/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Scottish Sport
Caber is specifically used in Scottish cultural events and refers to a unique sporting activity. 
During the Highland Games, contestants demonstrated their strength in the caber toss.
Pro Tip 2/3Not a Javelin
'Caber' might sound like a throwable object, but it is distinct from other throwing sports like javelin. 
Unlike the javelin, the caber is not thrown for distance, but flipped end over end.
Pro Tip 3/3Being Upright
The goal of tossing a caber isn't just distance, but landing it upright, which is unique to this sport. 
He skillfully tossed the caber so it landed upright, to the awe of the audience. Compare with
BeamLogMastPlankPoleShaftTimber
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