The Clue
Opera extra's prop (5 letter answer)
The Answer
SPEAR
Tags
Notes
The answer SPEAR is seen frequently, appearing about once every 130 puzzles.
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Definition
SPEAR 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
SPEAR as a verb:
1. pierce with a spear; "spear fish"
2. (spear, spear up) = thrust up like a spear; "The branch speared up into the air"