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Harpoon
Tool Description![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Emphasize that it's a large, heavy implement, not just any long stick. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/GBjRR0RuYTbugB4c7j24YFq6VBM.webp)
Historical Use![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Understand it's an ancient tool, historically used for hunting marine life. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/0DKqIXY1sE3ooAZQSL1WCICHNJE.webp)
Metaphorical Use![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Sometimes used metaphorically to describe anything that captures or hooks. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/wKH8uryhdoD4jzLDhFwitImFTAs.webp)