lanceolate adjective 2noun 1forms 3 adjective2 •Having the general shape of a lance; much longer than wide, with the widest part lower than the middle and a pointed apex. •Of a class of knapped stone points, made without a stem, shoulders, notches, or other features that aid in attachment to a shaft.The stone tools in these levels include Still Bay points, beautifully shaped thin lanceolate spear points, flaked on both sides. — 2011 noun1 •Any such artefact. formslanceolates · more lanceolate · most lanceolate