noun

1. A very long spear used two-handed by infantry soldiers for thrusting (not throwing), both for attacks on enemy foot soldiers and as a countermeasure against cavalry assaults.

2. A sharp point, such as that of the weapon.

3. A large haycock.

Synonyms: northern pike

verb

1. To prod, attack, or injure someone with a pike.

2. To assume a pike position.

3. To bet or gamble with only small amounts of money.