grappling
/ˈɡræp.lɪŋ/
adjective
- Related to or used for grappling, especially in wrestling or climbing.
- He wore special grappling gloves for better grip during the match.
- They practiced grappling moves on the padded floor.
- The grappling techniques taught in class are very effective.
noun
- The act of struggling or wrestling with someone, especially in combat sports.
- The two fighters engaged in intense grappling on the ground.
- He took a class on grappling to improve his self-defense techniques.
- Grappling is a key skill in judo and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
- The act of trying to deal with or solve a difficult problem.
- She spent hours grappling with the complex math problem.
- The team is still grappling with the budget shortfall.
- Many countries are grappling with the effects of climate change.