spearhead

/ˈspɪə.hɛd//ˈspiɹ.hɛd/

noun

  1. 1

    The pointed head, or end, of a spear.

  2. 2

    One who leads or initiates an activity (such as an attack or a campaign).

  3. 3

    The leading military unit in an attack.

  4. 4

    A player who initiates attacking moves.

verb

  1. 1

    To drive or campaign ardently for, as an effort, project, etc.

    He spearheaded the entire project from day one.

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