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grappling iron

/ˈɡræplɪŋ ˈaɪən/

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/ˈɡræplɪŋ ˈaɪən/C1formaltechnicalobsolete
  • ruИсторический морской инструмент, состоящий из многозубого железного крюка, прикреплённого к верёвке, используемый для вытаскивания или захвата предметов под водой, например, для подъёма утерянных вещей или абордажа вражеских кораблей. В настоящее время в значительной степени заменён современными абордажными крюками или механическими устройствами.

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.

    ruМногозубый крюк

    • 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.
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