Grappling: meaning, definitions and examples

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grappling

 

[ หˆษกrรฆp.ษ™l.ษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

martial arts

Grappling refers to a type of hand-to-hand combat involving techniques that focus on gaining a physical advantage over an opponent. This includes holds, throws, and joint locks that are typically executed while standing or on the ground. Grappling is common in various martial arts and combat sports, such as wrestling, judo, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Practicing grappling can improve strength, balance, and coordination, as well as enhance self-defense skills.

Synonyms

clutching, holding, struggling, wrestling

Examples of usage

  • He excelled in grappling techniques during the competition.
  • Grappling is an essential component of mixed martial arts.
  • She took a class to improve her grappling skills.
  • Grappling can be intense and requires a lot of stamina.
Context #2 | Verb

mental struggle

To grapple can also mean to engage in a mental struggle or to try to deal with a difficult problem or challenge. This usage often implies a deep and earnest effort to understand or solve an issue. People may grapple with complex emotions, decisions, or philosophical questions, reflecting the intense engagement required in such mental conflicts.

Synonyms

contend, struggle, tackle, wrestle

Examples of usage

  • She was grappling with her thoughts on the decision.
  • Many students grapple with their future choices.
  • He grappled with feelings of uncertainty.
  • The scientist grappled with the implications of her findings.

Translations

Translations of the word "grappling" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น luta livre

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคฟเคฐเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ringen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bergulat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะพั€ะพั‚ัŒะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zapasy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฐใƒฉใƒƒใƒ—ใƒชใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lutte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lucha

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรผreลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ทธ๋žฉ๋ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุตุงุฑุนุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกpasenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกpasenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‘”่ทค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ borba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ glรญma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบาฏั€ะตั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒญแƒ˜แƒ“แƒแƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรผlษ™ลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lucha

Etymology

The word 'grappling' originates from the Old French word 'grapil', which means 'to seize' or 'to catch'. This term has its roots in the Latin word 'grappare', meaning 'to grasp'. Over time, the term evolved to encompass a specific style of combat where opponents attempt to gain control through physical maneuvers. The concept of grappling has been present in various cultures throughout history, from ancient Greek wrestling to the Japanese art of judo. With the rise of modern martial arts and mixed martial arts, grappling has gained significant popularity, becoming a crucial element in competitive fighting and self-defense training.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,793, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.