Caber

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Scottish Sport

Caber is specifically used in Scottish cultural events and refers to a unique sporting activity.

During the Highland Games, contestants demonstrated their strength in the caber toss.

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Not a Javelin

'Caber' might sound like a throwable object, but it is distinct from other throwing sports like javelin.

Unlike the javelin, the caber is not thrown for distance, but flipped end over end.

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Being Upright

The goal of tossing a caber isn't just distance, but landing it upright, which is unique to this sport.

He skillfully tossed the caber so it landed upright, to the awe of the audience.