grappling iron

• Ein historisches maritimes Werkzeug mit einem vielzackigen Eisenhaken an einem Seil, das zum Greifen oder Bergen von Gegenständen unter Wasser oder zum Entern feindlicher Schiffe diente. Heute weitgehend durch moderne Enterhaken oder mechanische Vorrichtungen ersetzt.

A historical nautical tool consisting of a multi-pronged iron hook attached to a rope, used for dragging or grasping objects underwater, such as recovering lost items or grappling enemy ships. Now largely replaced by modern grappling hooks or mechanical devices.

1. A multi-pronged hookC1formal

   A device with several hooks or claws, attached to a rope, used for grasping and holding objects, especially in climbing or naval contexts.

   Mehrzahniger Enterhaken

   • The sailor threw the grappling iron to secure the ship to the dock.
   • He used a grappling iron to climb the castle wall.
   • The treasure hunters lowered a grappling iron to retrieve the chest from the water.