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tackle - Dictionary definition and meaning for tackle

TACKLE

(noun) (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground
(noun) (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage
"it takes a big man to play tackle"
(noun) gear used in fishing
synonyms : fishing gear , fishing rig , fishing tackle , rig
(noun) gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
synonyms : rigging
(noun) the person who plays that position on a football team
"the right tackle is a straight A student"
(verb) seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball
(verb) put a harness
"harness the horse"
synonyms : harness
(verb) accept as a challenge
"I'll tackle this difficult task"
synonyms : take on , undertake

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