Definition of tackle - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
problem-solvingattempt to deal with a problem or task
- She decided to tackle the issue head-on..
2.
rugby or footballUK bring a ball carrier to the groundUK
- The defender tackled the running back effectively.
3.
confrontationRare speak to someone to change or do somethingRare
- He tackled his boss about the unfair policy.
Noun
1.
sportsplay where player stops an opponent
- The tackle prevented the goal.
2.
gearequipment needed for a specific activity
- She gathered her tackle for the camping trip.
3.
football positionTECH. US position in American footballTECH. US
- He played as a defensive tackle.
4.
fishingequipment used for fishing
- He packed his tackle for the fishing trip.
5.
nauticalTECH. ropes and pulleys for lifting or pullingTECH.
- The sailors used tackle to hoist the sails.
Images of tackle
equipment used for fishing 
ropes and pulleys for lifting or pulling
Expressions with tackle
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deal with a problem directly
She decided to tackle head-on the issues at work.
deal with a problem directly and immediately
She decided to tackle it head on and solve the issue.
deal with a problem or difficulty
We need to tackle the problem of climate change urgently.
begin to solve a problem
She decided to tackle an issue by gathering more information.
take on a difficult task with determination
He is ready to tackle the challenge of leading the team.
start working on a specific task
She decided to tackle the task early in the morning.
equipment used for catching fish
He packed his fishing tackle for the weekend trip.
soccer move sliding to take the ball
He performed a perfect slide tackle to stop the forward.
try to stop or control a fire
Firefighters rushed in to tackle the blaze.
tackle by two players on one opponent
The double tackle stopped the player from scoring.
method of stopping a player by grabbing their legs
The rugby tackle stopped the opponent from scoring.
bring someone to the ground forcefully
The player managed to tackle down his opponent.
football involving physical tackles to stop players
Tackle football is popular in high schools across the country.
system of pulleys and ropes for lifting
The sailors used a block and tackle to hoist the sails.
tackle made by jumping at an opponent
He stopped the player with a flying tackle.
player blocking defensive rushers on the line
The offensive tackle protected the quarterback from the blitz.
defensive move sliding to take the ball
The defender executed a perfect sliding tackle.
mistimed attempt to take the ball in soccer
He received a yellow card for a late tackle.
tackle made at the feet
The player made a shoestring tackle to stop the runner.
position in the middle of the defensive line
The defensive tackle blocked the running back.
equipment for mooring a vessel away from a pier
The ship's ground tackle was inspected before departure.
defensive lineman positioned opposite the offensive center
The nose tackle disrupted the play by sacking the quarterback.
Origin of tackle
Middle Dutch, takel (gear)
Terms with tackle included in their meaning
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sports
tackle on a quarterback in football
football
tackle the quarterback behind the line
work
prepare to work hard or tackle a task
work
prepare to work hard or tackle a task
football
tackle the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage
football penalty
type of tackle in American football, illegal due to risk of injury
maritime
fishing tackle, especially a hook
sports
use an arm to block an opponent's tackle
acr: right tackle
player on the offensive line in football
football
tackle by ramming with one's helmet
wrestling
running tackle in wrestling with shoulder into midsection
sports
rugby player who steals the ball at the tackle
nautical gear
gear or tackle used on ships
maritime
haul or hoist with a tackle
maritime
pull or hoist using tackle
acr: defensive tackle
player who stops the other team in football
determination
willingness to tackle difficult tasks
rugby
pass leading to heavy tackle upon receipt
fishing gear
fishing tackle with hooks attached at intervals
sports
tackle made by jumping at an opponent
rugby
tackle by two players on one opponent
football
tackle made at the feet
fishing
person managing fishing tackle equipment
tools
man operating a mechanical tackle device
Examples of tackle in a sentence
They tackled the problem with great determination. He tackled the opponent with precision. The player was tackled near the goal line. She tackled her friend about the misunderstanding. They tackled the issue during the meeting. His tackle was crucial in the final minutes of the game.
A clean tackle can change the momentum in sports. He packed his fishing tackle for the weekend trip. The garage was full of tackle for various sports. The tackle blocked the opponent effectively. He was recruited for his skills as a tackle. He bought new tackle for the fishing season. The tackle was neatly organized in the shed. The old ship's tackle needed repair. They checked the tackle before setting sail.
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- French:s'attaquer, tacle, ...
- German:angehen, Tackling, ...
- Italian:gestire, placcaggio, ...
- Spanish:abordar, tackle, ...
- Portuguese:abordar, tackle, ...
- Chinese:解决, 铲球, ...
- Japanese:取り組む, タックル, ...
- Arabic:عَالَجَ, تَداخُل, ...
- Hebrew:לְהִתְמוֹדֵד, תִּיקּוּל, ...
- Russian:решать, подкат, ...
- Ukrainian:вирішувати, захват, ...
- Hindi:निपटना, टैकल, ...
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