Grapple — synonyms, definition

1. grapple (Noun)

catch clamshell clasp fastener grapnel grappler grappling grappling hook grappling iron hand-to-hand struggle hook lock wrestling

grapple (Noun) — A tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope.

grapple (Noun) — A dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam.

grapple (Noun) — The act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat. ex. "they had a fierce grapple"

dredging bucket struggle tool crampon crampoon claw hook

2. grapple (Verb)

battle bring down catch clash clasp combat conflict contend contest cope deal down encounter fasten get by grab grasp grip make do manage • • •

grapple (Verb) — Deal with reasonably well despite some difficulty; come to terms with.

grapple (Verb) — Hold or seize, as in a wrestling match. ex. "the two men grappled with each other for several minutes"

act clutch move prehend seize cope with cut extemporise extemporize fend hack improvise match meet rub along scrape along scrape by scratch along squeak by squeeze by