The Clue
Knight's shaft (5 letter answer)
The Answer
LANCE
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Notes
The answer LANCE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 170 puzzles.
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Definition
LANCE as a noun:
1. (spear, lance, shaft) = a long pointed rod used as a weapon
2. (spear, gig, fizgig, fishgig, lance) = an implement with a shaft and barbed point used for catching fish
3. (lancet, lance) = a surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade; used for punctures and small incisions
LANCE as a verb:
1. move quickly, as if by cutting one's way; "Planes lanced towards the shore"
2. pierce with a lance, as in a knights' fight
3. open by piercing with a lancet; "lance a boil"