grapples
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Is grapples a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
- Wordle No
- Words With Friends Yes
What is the meaning of grapples?
Definition
noun (English)
1. a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a ropeSynonyms: grapnel, grapple, grappler, grappling hook, grappling iron
2. a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clamSynonyms: clamshell, grapple
3. the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combatExamples: "they had a fierce wrestle"; "we watched his grappling and wrestling with the bully"Synonyms: grapple, grappling, hand-to-hand struggle, wrestle, wrestling
verb (English)
1. come to terms withExamples: "We got by on just a gallon of gas"; "They made do on half a loaf of bread every day"Synonyms: contend, cope, deal, get by, grapple, make do, make out, manage
2. to grip or seize, as in a wrestling matchExamples: "the two men grappled with each other for several minutes"Synonyms: grapple, grip
Definition source: Wiktionary