"bangstick" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: bangsticks [plural]
Etymology: bang + stick Etymology templates: {{compound|en|bang|stick}} bang + stick Head templates: {{en-noun}} bangstick (plural bangsticks)
  1. A kind of underwater speargun used primarily against sharks. Synonyms: powerhead, bang stick
    Sense id: en-bangstick-en-noun-F2ywQKMF Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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