Tackle — synonyms, definition

1. tackle (Noun)

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tackle (Noun) — The person who plays that position on a football team. ex. "the right tackle is a straight A student"

tackle (Noun) — Gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails.

tackle (Noun) — Gear used in fishing.

tackle (Noun) — (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage. ex. "it takes a big man to play tackle"

tackle (Noun) — (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground.

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2. tackle (Verb)

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tackle (Verb) — Accept as a challenge. ex. "I'll tackle this difficult task"

tackle (Verb) — (animal husbandry) put a harness. ex. "tackle the horse"

tackle (Verb) — (football) seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball.

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