grappling iron

• Instrumento marítimo histórico consistente en un gancho de hierro con múltiples púas atado a una cuerda, usado para arrastrar o agarrar objetos bajo el agua, como recuperar cosas perdidas o abordar barcos enemigos. Hoy en día ha sido en gran parte sustituido por garfios modernos o dispositivos mecánicos.

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.

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   • 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.