grappling iron

• Instrument marin historique composé d'un crochet de fer à plusieurs dents attaché à une corde, utilisé pour saisir ou repêcher des objets sous l'eau, comme des biens perdus, ou pour l'abordage de navires ennemis. De nos jours, largement remplacé par des grappins modernes ou des dispositifs mécaniques.

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.