tackling Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: T AE1 K L IH0 NG
What Does Tackling Mean?
As a verb, tackling means present participle and gerund of tackle. As a noun, it means The process by which something is tackled or dealt with.
Quick Facts About Tackling
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | grappling, confronting and braving |
| Plural | tacklings |
Tackling Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of tackle
Tackling as a Noun
- The process by which something is tackled or dealt with.
- The tackle of a vessel.
- The harness for drawing a carriage.
Verb
- To force a person to the ground with the weight of one's own body, usually by jumping on top or slamming one's weight into him or her.
- To face or deal with, attempting to overcome or fight down.
The government's measures to tackle crime were insufficient.
- To attempt to take away a ball.
- To bring a ball carrier to the ground.
- To "hit on" or pursue a person that one is interested in.
Synonyms of Tackling
Tackling synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Tackling
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Tackling in a Sentence
The government's measures to tackle crime were insufficient.
Word Forms & Grammar
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tackling (plural tacklings)
Words That Rhyme With Tackling
Tackling: Your Questions Answered
Is tackling a verb or a noun?
Tackling is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for tackling?
Words with a similar meaning to tackling include grappling, confronting and braving. See the full list of tackling synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of tackling?
The plural of tackling is tacklings.