grappling iron

• Instrumento naval histórico formado por um gancho de ferro com vários dentes preso a uma corda, usado para puxar ou agarrar objetos submersos, como itens perdidos, ou para abordar navios inimigos. Hoje foi amplamente substituído por ganchos de abordagem modernos ou dispositivos mecânicos.

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.

   Gancho de garras

   • 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.