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Meaning of tackling

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

tackling

verb

Definitions

  1. To force a person to the ground with the weight of one's own body, usually by jumping on top or slamming one's weight into him or her.

  2. To face or deal with, attempting to overcome or fight down.

    Example: The government's measures to tackle crime were insufficient.

  3. To attempt to take away a ball.

  4. To bring a ball carrier to the ground.

noun

Definitions

  1. The process by which something is tackled or dealt with.

  2. The tackle of a vessel.

  3. The harness for drawing a carriage.