grapple

/'græpl/

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Explanation of the Word "Grapple"

Part of Speech: Verb and Noun

Summary

In summary, "grapple" is a versatile word that can describe both physical struggles and mental challenges.

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Noun

1. the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat
   • they had a fierce wrestle
   • we watched his grappling and wrestling with the bully
2. a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam
3. a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope

Verb

1. to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match
   • the two men grappled with each other for several minutes
2. come to terms with
   • We got by on just a gallon of gas
   • They made do on half a loaf of bread every day

Synonyms

• wrestle
• wrestling
• grappling
• hand-to-hand struggle
• clamshell
• grapnel
• grappler
• grappling hook
• grappling iron
• grip
• cope
• get by
• make out
• make do
• contend
• deal
• manage