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grappling iron

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noun

a grapnel.

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Also called grappling hook .

Origin of grappling iron

First recorded in 1530–40

Words nearby grappling iron

grapple, grapple ground, grapple plant, grapple shot, grappling, grappling iron, graptolite, grapy, GRAS, Grasmere, grasp
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Words related to grappling iron

mainstay, grip, hold, defense, safeguard, support, comfort, stay, hook, fastener, protection, bower, ballast, security, foothold, pillar, mooring, staff, grapnel, kedge

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British Dictionary definitions for grappling iron

grappling iron

grappling hook

noun

a grapnel, esp one used for securing ships
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