English noun: grapnel | |||
1. | grapnel (artifact) a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope | ||
Synonyms | grapple, grappler, grappling hook, grappling iron | ||
Broader (hypernym) | tool | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | crampon, crampoon | ||
Part holonym | claw, hook | ||
2. | grapnel (artifact) a light anchor for small boats | ||
Synonyms | grapnel anchor | ||
Broader (hypernym) | anchor, ground tackle | ||