Synonyms for Grapple
5 senses across 2 parts of speech, powered by WordNet 3.0.
Words related to "Grapple" (noun) include grapnel, grappler, grappling hook, grappling iron.
Noun
a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope
Synonyms
grapnelgrapplergrappling hookgrappling iron
Broader
tool
a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam
Synonyms
clamshell
Broader
dredging bucket
the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat
"they had a fierce wrestle" "we watched his grappling and wrestling with the bully"
Synonyms
wrestlewrestlinggrapplinghand-to-hand struggle
Broader
struggle
Verb
come to terms with
"We got by on just a gallon of gas" "They made do on half a loaf of bread every day"
Synonyms
copeget bymake outmake docontenddealmanage
More specific
improvisefendhackscrape alongmeet
Broader
act
to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match
"the two men grappled with each other for several minutes"
Synonyms
grip
Broader
seize
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