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Meaning of "grappling hook" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF GRAPPLING HOOK

grappling hook  [ˈɡræplɪŋ hʊk] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF GRAPPLING HOOK

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conjunction
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Grappling hook is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES GRAPPLING HOOK MEAN IN ENGLISH?

grappling hook

Grappling hook

A grappling hook is a device with multiple hooks, attached to a rope; it is thrown, dropped, sunk, projected, or fastened directly by hand to where at least one hook may catch and hold. Generally, grappling hooks are used to temporarily secure one end of a rope. They may also be used to dredge for submerged objects. Historically, grappling hooks were used in naval warfare to catch ship rigging so that it could be boarded. A common design has a central shaft with a hole at the shaft base to attach the rope, and three equally spaced hooks at the end, arranged that at least one is likely to catch on some protuberance of the target. Some modern designs feature folding hooks to resist unwanted attachment. Most grappling hooks are thrown by hand, but some used in rescue work are propelled by compressed air, mortar or a rocket. Grappling hooks are used by combat engineers breaching tactical obstacles. The grappling hook is launched in front of an obstacle and dragged backwards to detonate trip-wire-fused land mines, and can be hooked on wire obstacles and pulled to set off booby traps on the wire.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH GRAPPLING HOOK


billhook
ˈbɪlˌhʊk
boathook
ˈbəʊtˌhʊk
buttonhook
ˈbʌtənˌhʊk
dough-hook
ˈdəʊˌhʊk
eyehook
ˈaɪˌhʊk
grasshook
ˈɡrɑːsˌhʊk
hook
hʊk
Hooke
hʊk
mudhook
ˈmʌdˌhʊk
pothook
ˈpɒtˌhʊk
reaphook
ˈriːpˌhʊk
skyhook
ˈskaɪˌhʊk
tenterhook
ˈtɛntəˌhʊk
unhook
ʌnˈhʊk
Windhoek
ˈwɪntˌhʊk

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE GRAPPLING HOOK

graphologist
graphology
graphomania
graphomotor
graphophobia
grapier
grapiest
grapiness
graplement
grapnel
grappa
Grappelli
grapple
grapple plant
grappler
grappling
grappling iron
graptolite
graptolitic
grapy

WORDS THAT END LIKE GRAPPLING HOOK

butcher´s hook
cant hook
chook
crochet hook
curtain hook
fifi hook
fish hook
fish-hook
get the hook
meat hook
off the hook
on one´s own hook
on the hook
pruning hook
reaping hook
shook
sling one´s hook

Synonyms and antonyms of grappling hook in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «grappling hook» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF GRAPPLING HOOK

Find out the translation of grappling hook to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of grappling hook from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «grappling hook» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

抓钩
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

garfio
570 millions of speakers

English

grappling hook
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

जूझ हुक
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

هوك تتصارع
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

крюк
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

arpéu
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

কুঁচকানো হুক
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

grappin
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Bergelut cangkuk
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Enterhaken
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

グラップリングフック
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

갈고리 훅
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Grappling hook
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

vật lộn móc
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

கொடூரமான கொக்கி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

जुगार घालणे
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

kanca
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

rampino
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

haka
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

гак
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

grappling cârlig
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

αγωνίζεται γάντζο
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

enter haak
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

grappling hook
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

grappling hook
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of grappling hook

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «GRAPPLING HOOK»

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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «GRAPPLING HOOK» OVER TIME

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «GRAPPLING HOOK»

Discover the use of grappling hook in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to grappling hook and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
The grappling hook: and other stories from the war in Iraq
With ten poignant tales rich with humor, irony, disdain for hypocrisy, and admiration for leadership, Maughan tells the inside story of the conflict lurking beneath the war’s surface: the human dramas of the soldiers fighting it.
William F. X. Maughan, 2009
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The Batman Handbook: The Ultimate Training Manual
Since your equipment might not be as advanced as you begin your heroic endeavors, you might take advantage of the tried-and-true grappling hook, still in use by modern commando troops, such as the U.S. Marine Corps. Step 1: Select a ...
Scott Beatty, 2005
3
An Introduction to Muscle Powered Ultra-light Gas Blimps
The Retractable Grappling Hook (RGH) is designed to provide a high strength, compact, lightweight anchor for rope or cable. The device is machined or forged from high strength steel or metallic alloy and it provides the user with a means of  ...
Robert J. Rechs, 1998
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Preparing to Prepare: Teacher's Guide
The story of the grappling hook is associated with the dangers of adventure, the challenge of competition, the thrill of victory, and the agony of defeat. Next time you watch wrestlers, notice that they start with hand-to-hand combat. To grapple is ...
Joseph A. Bailey, 2005
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The Prey
I fasten my hands around the grappling hook. A slippery emission coats it — their saliva — and I jerk my arms back. “Don't touch the hooks!” I yell at the top of my voice. “Their saliva is all over them!” “Now's not the time to be delicate!
Andrew Fukuda, 2013
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Multi-Robot Systems: From Swarms to Intelligent Automata
Thus, the drive motor is used to power the linear actuator in the wheel whenever the solenoid is engaged. Figure 2. The Actuating Wheel Scout crawling over debris. Figure 3. The Grappling Hook Scout carries a spring-loaded grappling hook ...
Alan C. Schultz, Lynne E. Parker, 2002
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Tome of the Lost Realms Player's Handbook
(Dex) Most tasks with a rope are relatively simple. The DC's for various tasks utilizing this skill are summarized on the table below. Use Rope DC 15 15 Varies Task 10 Tie a firm knot 101 Secure a grappling hook 15 Tie a special knot, such as ...
8
The 39 Clues: Rapid Fire #3: Hunted
From the duffel, Jonah pulled out the first piece of equipment — a grappling hook with a long line of cable attached to it. The hook's launcher had a very sophisticated sight, allowing Jonah to aim the grappling hook precisely where he needed ...
Clifford Riley, 2011
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The Panama Conspiracy
Buck uncoiled his line, made sure it was not wrapped around his feet or any part of his body, picked out a spot on the lowest stern railing and hurled his grappling hook into the air. But the bow of the sub went down just as the stern of the ...
William Penn, 2003
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Alterkine
USE ROPE CHECK: Most tasks with a rope are relatively simple. The DCs for various tasks utilizing this skill are summarized on the table below. SECURE A GRAPPLING HOOK: Securing a grappling hook requires an Athletics check [DC 10, ...
jeff becker

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «GRAPPLING HOOK»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term grappling hook is used in the context of the following news items.
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'Just Cause 3' Collector's Edition Offers Fans A Grappling Hook-Up
Winning the spotlight with the most votes is a 15-inch replica display of Rico's iconic grappling hook. The collection has a manufacturer's ... «The Inquisitr, Jul 15»
2
The Games I Played At San Diego Comic Con 2015
The twist for this section was that I got to try out the new grappling hook. London has some very wide streets which separate buildings too far ... «Game Informer, Jul 15»
3
Gravity Falls: Legend of the Gnome Gemulets
Dipper is a close range fighter who can fight enemies, while Mabel has a grappling hook for exploration among other abilities. The show's ... «Game Informer, Jul 15»
4
Ronin Review: Not a Stealth Game
The hero isn't armed with much, just a sword and a grappling hook, so careful planning is key to succeeding. Thankfully, most enemies can be ... «Gosu Tech, Jul 15»
5
Batman Arkham Knight
That true experience includes you throwing batarangs at foes, grabbing them with a grappling hook, which can be rather difficult to remember ... «Otago Daily Times, Jul 15»
6
Grapple Hold Of The Just Cause 3 Collectors Edition
Unfortunately for you, and probably to the benefit of humanity as a whole, the grappling hook is 15” replica, so you won't be grapple-hooking ... «Game Debate, Jul 15»
7
'Batman V Superman' Trailer Swoops In With Wonder Woman and …
... and already in the trailer I can see glimpses of Batman being portrayed as this Hulk who swings by his grappling hook like Spiderman and is ... «Bloody Disgusting, Jul 15»
8
Comic-Con 2015: Assassin's Creed Syndicate Features More …
Combat's gotten an overhaul and is more brutal this time around, and Assassins can now travel via grappling hook and zipline, making it a lot ... «Game Rant, Jul 15»
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'Just Cause 3' Collector's Edition Comes With A Sweet Grappling
A big fan of 'Just Cause'? You will want to check out the grappling hook that comes with the collector's edition of the game. «Tech Times, Jul 15»
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Just Cause 3 Collector's Edition Includes Replica Grappling Hook
Knife through the Medician waves with the Mugello Delphino GLF with the finest brushed Italian leather seats and subtle dual miniguns. Taking ... «PlayStation LifeStyle, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Grappling hook [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/grappling-hook>. Apr 2024 ».
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