Meaning of grappling hook | Babel Free
/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
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.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.