Bangstick

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A kind of underwater speargun used primarily against sharks.

    "(Never shoot a shark unless you have to protect yourself in an emergency situation. And, if you are forced to shoot, use a twelve-gauge bangstick if you have one with you.)"

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powerhead

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"(Never shoot a shark unless you have to protect yourself in an emergency situation. And, if you are forced to shoot, use a twelve-gauge bangstick if you have one with you.)"

Etymology

From bang + stick.

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