A thrown weapon is an object that is designed to be thrown by hand and used as a weapon. Two examples of thrown weapons are the SPEAR and the GRENADE. The SPEAR is a pole weapon consisting of a shaft, usually of wood, with a pointed head. It has been used throughout history as a hunting and combat weapon. The GRENADE is a small explosive device that is thrown by hand. It is typically used in military operations and can cause significant damage.