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Meaning of grappling hook | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
/ˈɡɹæp(ə)lɪŋ ˌhʊk/

Definitions

A type of hook attached to a line and designed to be thrown at a target (e.g. rigging of an enemy ship) for the purpose of catching hold of it.

Equivalents

Deutsch Enterhaken
Français grappin
Italiano rampino
Nederlands enterhaak
Português arpéu
Türkçe karmuk

Examples

“The jibs were extended partially, and the grappling-hooks attached to steel cables, which had been positioned under the engine a week previously.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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