(n): a mark that is long relative to its width
(n): an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
(n): a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
(n): a long rod or pole (especially the handle of an implement or the body of a weapon like a spear or arrow)
(n): a long thin implement made of metal or wood
(n): a column of light (as from a beacon)
(n): (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
(n): the main (mid) section of a long bone
(n): in limbs of vertebrate animals: a long cylindrical bone that contains marrow
(n): obscene terms for penis
(n): the male organ of copulation (`member' is a euphemism)
(n): a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon
(n): any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
(n): a vertical passageway through a building (as for an elevator)
(n): a passage between rooms or between buildings
(n): (architecture) upright consisting of the vertical part of a column
(n): a vertical structural member as a post or stake
(n): a long vertical passage sunk into the earth, as for a mine or tunnel
(n): a way through or along which someone or something may pass
(n): a revolving rod that transmits power or motion
(n): a long thin implement made of metal or wood
(n): the hollow spine of a feather
(n): a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant
(v): equip with a shaft
(v): provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose
(v): defeat someone through trickery or deceit
(v): come out better in a competition, race, or conflict
