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TACKLE

Definition:

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