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Noun: grapnel  grap-nul
  1. A tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope
    - grapple, grappler, grappling hook, grappling iron
     
  2. A light anchor for small boats
    - grapnel anchor

Derived forms: grapnels

Type of: anchor, ground tackle, tool

Encyclopedia: Grapnel

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