Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Grapple.
How to pronounce grapple:
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Grapple - as a noun
A tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grapnelgrapplergrappling hookgrappling ironHypernyms (Closely Related)
toolHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat
Example: "They had a fierce wrestle"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grapplinghand-to-hand strugglewrestlewrestlingGrapple - as a verb
Succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available
Example: "We got by on just a gallon of gas"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contendcopedealget bymake outmanageHypernyms (Closely Related)
actmoveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
To grip or seize, as in a wrestling match
Example: "The two men grappled with each other for several minutes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gripExample Sentences
"He engaged in a fierce grapple with his opponent during the wrestling match."
"The two teams were locked in a grapple for the ball."
"The grapple between the police and the protestors turned violent."
"She used her grapple to climb up the steep cliff."
"The astronaut attached the grapple to the space station."
Word Game Points
Is GRAPPLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, grapple is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GRAPPLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is GRAPPLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, grapple is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGRAPPLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is GRAPPLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, grapple is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGRAPPLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
