tackle

1. n. Apparatus for raising or lowering heavy weights, consisting of a rope and pulley blocks; sometimes, the rope and attachments, as distinct from the block. Source: opted

2. n. Any instruments of action; an apparatus by which an object is moved or operated; gear; as, fishing tackle, hunting tackle; formerly, specifically, weapons. Source: opted

3. n. The rigging and apparatus of a ship; also, any purchase where more than one block is used. Source: opted

4. n. To supply with tackle. Source: opted

5. n. To fasten or attach, as with a tackle; to harness; as, to tackle a horse into a coach or wagon. Source: opted

6. n. To seize; to lay hold of; to grapple; as, a wrestler tackles his antagonist; a dog tackles the game. Source: opted

7. n. To begin to deal with; as, to tackle the problem. Source: opted

8. n. the person who plays offensive or defensive tackle on a football team Source: wordnet

9. n. gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails Source: wordnet

10. n. gear used in fishing Source: wordnet

11. n. (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage, typically opposite one of the offensive guards Source: wordnet

12. n. (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground Source: wordnet

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