La lanza
Example: Los guerreros usaban la lanza para defenderse en la batalla.
Definition
"La lanza" refers to a long, pointed weapon used historically by warriors for thrusting or throwing during battles. It was commonly employed for defense and offense in combat situations, often made of wood with a metal tip.
Etymology
The term "la lanza" comes from the Latin word 'lancea,' which referred to a light spear used by Roman soldiers. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to describe a similar weapon used in warfare. Did you know that "lanza" influenced the English word 'lance,' commonly associated with medieval knights?
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"La lanza" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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