1. • noun - a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding
   • noun - a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam
   • noun - the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat
   • verb - come to terms with
   • verb - to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match
2. • An iron shaft with claws at one end, usually thrown by a rope and used for grasping and holding, especially one for drawing and holding an enemy ship alongside.
   • See grapnel (n.
   • The act of grappling.
   • Sports.
   • A contest in which the participants attempt to clutch or grip each other.
   • A grasp or grip in such a contest.
   • To seize and hold, as with a grapple.
   • To seize firmly, as with the hands.
   • To hold onto something with or as if with a grapple.
   • To use a grapple or similar device, as for dragging.
   • To struggle, in or as if in wrestling: grappled with their consciences; grapple with the political realities of our time.
3. • v - to struggle or contend

WORD BUILDER