Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clava
noun
/ˈkleɪ.və/
Definition
A club-shaped object or weapon, typically made from wood or stone, used in warfare or as a tool.
Examples
- The hunter carried a clava to defend himself against wild animals.
- In ancient cultures, a clava was often used as a tool for both hunting and combat.
- The archaeologists discovered a carved clava that dated back to the Bronze Age.
Meaning
A term used to denote a blunt instrument or a club, often used in historical or anthropological contexts.
Synonyms
- club
- bludgeon
- bat
- mace
