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Definition of grappling - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
challengesstruggling to deal with or overcome
- She was grappling with the complex math problem for hours.
2.
combatengaging in a physical struggle or combat
- The grappling fighters were evenly matched.
Noun
1.
sportsTECH. the sport of hand-to-hand struggleTECH.
- Grappling is popular in mixed martial arts.
2.
wrestlingTECH. the act of gripping or seizing in wrestlingTECH.
- Grappling is a key skill in wrestling.
3.
toolsTECH. equipment used for grabbing or holdingTECH.
- The ship's crew used grappling hooks to secure the cargo..
Images of grappling
equipment used for grabbing or holding
Expressions with grappling
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device with hooks for grabbing and holding
He used a grappling hook to climb the steep wall..
tool with hooks for grasping and holding
He threw the grappling iron to pull the crate closer.
Origin of grappling
Old Norse, gráp (grip)
Terms with grappling included in their meaning
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sports
about the sport of grappling and body holds
show
staged professional entertainment imitating competitive grappling matches
grappling
japanese martial art and olympic sport using throws and holds
sports
combat sport combining striking and grappling techniques
grappling
wrestling hold with arms around the opponent
mat grappling
wrestling style allowing any non-injurious holds
grappling move
wrestling move to trip an opponent
grappling move
wrestling hold using the legs
martial arts
grappling hold around the neck cutting airflow
grappling hold
wrestling move to control the opponent's arm
grappling move
wrestling move bending opponent's back
grappling
martial arts technique controlling the opponent's wrist
grappling move
wrestling move where one flips an opponent over their back
wrestling participant
person who engages in wrestling or grappling
grappling move
wrestling hold twisting an opponent's arm behind their back
grappling sport
martial art using holds, leverage, and throws
martial arts
grappling move that controls or hurts by twisting a joint
grappling move
wrestling move where a wrestler drops onto an opponent using their knee
martial arts
grappling technique to immobilize an opponent's leg
wrestling
grappling hold from behind around the waist
grappling move
wrestling move lifting opponent's arm
Examples of grappling in a sentence
The team was grappling with the unexpected challenges. The grappling athletes trained hard for the tournament. In grappling matches, technique is as important as strength. He excelled in grappling during the wrestling tournament. Grappling requires strength and technique to overpower opponents. Grappling requires strength and technique.
He won the match with superior grappling. The climbers relied on grappling to ascend the cliff. Grappling was essential for the rescue operation.
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- French:en lutte, lutte, ...
- German:kämpfend, Grappling, ...
- Italian:alle prese, lotta, ...
- Spanish:luchando, lucha, ...
- Portuguese:lutando, grappling, ...
- Chinese:挣扎, 摔跤, ...
- Japanese:取り組んでいる, グラップリング, ...
- Arabic:مكافح, مُصارَعَة, ...
- Hebrew:מִתְמוֹדֵד, הִיאַבְקוּת, ...
- Russian:борющийся, грэпплинг, ...
- Ukrainian:боротьба, греплінг, ...
- Hindi:संघर्षरत, ग्रैपलिंग, ...
Definition of grapple - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
challengetr. struggle to deal with or overcome a difficultytr.
- She grappled with her emotions during the speech..
2.
combatintr. wrestle or tussle with someoneintr.
- The two athletes grappled on the mat.
3.
actiontr. seize something and hold it firmlytr.
- He grappled the rope tightly.
4.
attachmenttr. attach something with a heavy hook or metal devicetr.
- They grappled the ship to the dock.
Noun
1.
combatclose hand-to-hand struggle
- The grapple between the two wrestlers was intense.
2.
toolstool with hooks for catching or holding
- The sailor used a grapple to secure the ship.
3.
flavorRare US combination of grape and apple flavorsRare US
- The juice had a unique grapple taste.
Images of grapple
tool with hooks for catching or holding
Expressions with grapple
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try to understand or solve a problem
Scientists are grappling with the issue of climate change.
plant with barbed hooks on its fruits
Farmers often find grapple plants stuck to their livestock.
Origin of grapple
Old Norse, gráp (grip)
Examples of grapple in a sentence
They grappled with the challenges of the new project. They grappled fiercely in the championship match. The wrestlers grappled for dominance in the ring. She grappled the handle with determination. They grappled the heavy box together. The workers grappled the heavy machinery into place.
The team grappled the equipment onto the platform. The grapple in the alley drew a crowd of onlookers. During the grapple, he managed to pin his opponent. The climber used a grapple to ascend the cliff. A grapple was essential for the rescue operation. The candy's grapple flavor was a hit with kids. She enjoyed the grapple in her fruit salad.
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- French:lutter, lutte, ...
- German:kämpfen, Kampf, ...
- Italian:affrontare, lotta, ...
- Spanish:lidiar, lucha, ...
- Portuguese:enfrentar, confronto, ...
- Chinese:努力应对, 搏斗, ...
- Japanese:取り組む, 格闘, ...
- Arabic:واجَهَ, عِرَاك, ...
- Hebrew:לְהִתְמוֹדֵד, אֲחִיזָה, ...
- Russian:бороться, схватка, ...
- Ukrainian:боротися з, боротьба, ...
- Hindi:जूझना, कुश्ती, ...
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