1. past tense of harpoon; struck or pierced with a harpoon (a spear-like weapon used for hunting whales or large fish)
Usage: nautical; hunting

Examples

• The whale was harpooned by the experienced crew.
• Captain Ahab harpooned the great white whale in the classic novel.
• The fisherman harpooned a large tuna from his boat.
• The documentary showed how whales were harpooned in the 19th century.
• After being harpooned, the fish struggled against the line.
• The crew successfully harpooned their target after hours of waiting.