word
Grapple
GRA-puhl
/ˈɡræpʌl/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
grapple
Dictionary meaning
The act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat.
Examples
- The two men grappled with each other for several minutes.
Synonyms: wrestling
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