grapnel

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[edit] Pronunciation

  • IPA: /ˈɡɹæpnəl/
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[edit] Noun

grapnel (plural grapnels)

  1. (nautical) A small anchor, having more than two flukes, used for anchoring a small vessel.
  2. (nautical) A grappling iron.

[edit] Translations

small anchor
grappling iron — see grappling iron
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