grapple

definition: the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat

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speech part: noun

synonyms: wrestling

definition: a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam

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speech part: noun

synonyms: clamshell

definition: a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding

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speech part: noun

synonyms: grapnel grappler grappling hook grappling iron

definition: to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match

example: the two men grappled with each other for several minutes

speech part: verb

synonyms: grip

definition: come to terms with

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speech part: verb

synonyms: deal cope make out contend get by manage make do

grapple is explained and pronounced