Easton's Bible Dictionary: M. G. Easton, M.A., D.D.

Javelin

1. Heb.hanith, a lance, from its flexibility (1 Sam. 18:10, 11, 19:9, 10, 20:33).
2. Heb.romah, a lance for heavy-armed troops, so called from its piercing (Num. 25:7).
   • (See Arms)