Meaning & Definition of word "Tackle"

Tackle

/ˈtæk.əl/

1. the equipment used in a particular activity, especially in sports.
- Example: He forgot to bring his fishing tackle on the trip.
2. an act of tackling; in sports, a maneuver to take down an opponent.
- Example: The tackle was clean, and the referee allowed the play to continue.

1. to confront or take on a challenge or problem.
- Example: We need to tackle the issue of climate change more aggressively.
2. to seize, grab, or wrestle with someone, especially to prevent them from moving forward.
- Example: The player tackled his opponent to stop him from scoring.
3. to handle or deal with a particular situation or task.
- Example: She decided to tackle the project one step at a time.

Middle English 'taccle', probably from Old Norse 'takla' meaning to take.

tackle a problem:

to face and resolve an issue.

tackle someone:

to take physical control of or bring down a person.

tackle the competition:

to confront or compete against rivals.

challenge:

a task or situation that tests someone's abilities.

confront:

to face someone in a challenging situation.

Meaning: To tackle someone in sports.

Example Sentence: He really tackled that guy hard during the game!

Meaning: To take on a project or task energetically.

Example Sentence: I'm going to tackle that painting project this weekend.