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tackles
noun(tack-le)gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
Synonyms: rigging,
tackles
verb(tack-le)accept as a challenge
Synonyms: take on, undertake,
Examples:
I'll tackle this difficult task.
tackles
noun(tack-le)(American football) a position on the line of scrimmage
Examples:
It takes a big man to play tackle.
tackles
noun(tack-le)(American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground
tackles
verb(tack-le)seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball
tackles
noun(tack-le)the person who plays that position on a football team
Examples:
The right tackle is a straight A student.