heittokoukku — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
heittokoukku is used for these senses in English:
- grapnel A device with a multiple hook at one end and attached to a rope, which is thrown or hooked over a firm mooring to secure an object attached to the other end of the rope.
- grapple A tool with claws or hooks which is used to catch or hold something.
- grappling hook A type of hook attached to a line and designed to be thrown at a target (e.g. rigging of an enemy ship) for the purpose of catching hold of it.
grapnel — full definition
- noun A small anchor with several hooks, used to anchor a small boat.
- noun A hooked tool tied to a rope, thrown to catch onto something solid so the rope can be secured.
- noun A metal hook with several claws, used for gripping or holding onto something.
grapple — full definition
- verb To struggle hard with a difficult problem or situation.
- verb To grip or wrestle with someone or something physically.
- noun A hooked tool or clawed device used to grab and hold onto something, such as another boat.
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