English Word · Intermediate
grapple
A tool with claws or hooks which is used to catch or hold something
Pronunciation: grăpʹəl
Meaning
A tool with claws or hooks which is used to catch or hold something.
Example
The sailor threw the grapple onto the dock to secure the boat.
The sailor threw the grapple onto the dock to secure the boat.
Practice tips
- Practice grapple out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.