Definition of Tackle

Verb: tackle ta-kul

Accept as a challenge
"I'll tackle this difficult task";
- undertake, take on
(animal husbandry) put a harness
"tackle the horse";
- harness
(football) seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball

Noun: tackle ta-kul

The person who plays that position on a football team
"the right tackle is a straight A student"
Gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
- rigging
Gear used in fishing
- fishing gear, fishing tackle, fishing rig, rig
(American football) a position on the line of scrimmage
"it takes a big man to play tackle"
(American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground