Tackle

Quick meaning: Tackle is a noun meaning A device for grasping an object and an attached means of moving it, as a rope and hook.

Meaning

A device for grasping an object and an attached means of moving it, as a rope and hook.

More Meanings

1. A block and tackle.
2. (nautical, slang, uncountable) Clothing.
3. (fishing, uncountable) Equipment (rod, reel, line, lure, etc.) used when angling.
4. (uncountable, informal, by extension) Equipment, gear, gadgetry.
5. (sports, countable) A play where a player attempts to take control over the ball from an opponent, as in rugby or football.
6. (rugby, American football, countable) A play where a defender brings the ball carrier to the ground.
7. (countable) Any instance in which one person intercepts another and forces them to the ground.

Example Sentences

The government's measures to tackle crime were insufficient.

It takes the form of a beautiful lady and tackles young and handsome men.

Kenneth Ma claims his secret to tackling girls lies in his new and improved skin condition.

Now, now, I know you guys are being excited but remember, your feelings play the most important role to tackle a girl.

Word Forms

• tackles
• tackling
• tackled

Synonyms for tackle

Depending on context, synonyms include undertake, rigging.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include rigging, undertake, bridge, curb, broach, target.

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