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- [grap-nl]
- /ˈgræp nl/
- /ˈɡræp.nəl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [grap-nl]
- /ˈgræp nl/
Definitions of grapnel word
- noun grapnel a device consisting essentially of one or more hooks or clamps, for grasping or holding something; grapple; grappling iron. 1
- noun grapnel a small anchor with three or more flukes, used for grappling or dragging or for anchoring a small boat, as a skiff. 1
- noun grapnel A grappling hook. 1
- noun grapnel type of anchor 1
- noun 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 0
- noun grapnel a light anchor for small boats 0
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Origin of grapnel
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English grapnel(l), diminutive of Old French grapin, diminutive of grape hook, grape
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Parts of speech for Grapnel
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
grapnel popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 61% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
grapnel usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for grapnel
noun grapnel
- mainstay — Nautical. the stay that secures the mainmast forward.
- grip — the act of grasping; a seizing and holding fast; firm grasp.
- hold — to have or keep in the hand; keep fast; grasp: She held the purse in her right hand. He held the child's hand in his.
- defense — the act or power of defending, or guarding against attack, harm, or danger
- safeguard — something that serves as a protection or defense or that ensures safety.
Antonyms for grapnel
noun grapnel
- harm — a U.S. air-to-surface missile designed to detect and destroy radar sites by homing on their emissions.
- hurt — to cause bodily injury to; injure: He was badly hurt in the accident.
- injury — harm or damage that is done or sustained: to escape without injury.
- release — to lease again.
- misconception — an erroneous conception; mistaken notion.
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