TACKLE

/ˈtækəl/ ► audio Scrabble 12 Words With Friends 14

Definition

  1. verb accept as a challenge. — synonyms: undertake, take_on
  2. verb put a harness. — synonyms: harness
  3. verb seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball.
  4. noun the person who plays that position on a football team.
  5. noun gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails. — synonyms: rigging
  6. noun gear used in fishing. — synonyms: fishing_gear, fishing_tackle, fishing_rig, rig
  7. noun (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage.
  8. noun (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground.

Examples

  • “The government's measures to tackle crime were insufficient.”

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