This is the 6069th most frequent Catalan word.
lanza
The Catalan word "lança" means "spear" in English.
In this sentence, 'lanza' (throws) is used as a verb to indicate the action of throwing an object.
Ell lanza la pilota al seu company.
He throws the ball to his teammate.
Here, 'lanza' (lance) acts as a noun referring to a weapon used by knights.
La lanza del cavaller estava feta d'acer.
The knight's lance was made of steel.
In this context, 'lanza' (dives) is part of a pronominal verb meaning to throw oneself or dive.