lanza

Definitions of lanza
  1. noun
    an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish
    synonyms: arpón, asta, garrocha
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    type of:
    herramienta
    instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
  2. noun
    a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon
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    types:
    azagaya
    the slender spear of the Bantu-speaking people of Africa
    jabalina
    a spear thrown as a weapon or in competitive field events
    tridente
    a spear with three prongs
    type of:
    arma
    any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
  3. noun
    a thief who steals from the pockets or purses of others in public places
    synonyms: carterista, cicatero, cortabolsas, músico, pellejero, piquero, robacarteras, sañero
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    type of:
    afanador, caco, ladrón, mangante, manoteador, tomador
    a criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it
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