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Definition tackle in American English

tackle noun

noun
/ˈtæk(ə)l/
2

an attempt to take the ball from an opponent in a game such as soccer

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3

the ropes and other equipment that people use to lift heavy objects

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3.1

special equipment that people use for sports such as fishing or rock climbing

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Definition tackle in American English