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grapnel

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɹæpnəl/

The English word “grapnel” has 4 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A small anchor, having more than two flukes, used for anchoring a small vessel.
  2. A device with a multiple hook at one end and attached to a rope, which is thrown or hooked over a firm mooring to secure an object attached to the other end of the rope.
  3. A grappling iron.

verb

  1. To connect (ships) with a grapnel.

Etymology

From Middle English grapnel, from Anglo-Norman, from Old French grapil, grapin. Compare modern French grappin.

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