tackle

What is the Definition of tackle?

Noun:

1. the person who plays that position on a football team
2. gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
3. gear used in fishing
4. (American football)
5. (American football)

Verb:

1. accept as a challenge
2. put a harness
3. seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball

Other meanings of tackle (synonyms, cognates).