Tackle Meaning
/ˈtækəl/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA device for grasping an object and an attached means of moving it, as a rope and hook.
nounA block and tackle.
Sentence Examples
To begin with, we must tackle the problem.
Sooner or later, we'll have to tackle the problem in earnest.
He was booked for a late tackle on Torres.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The football player prepared to ____ the opposing runner before he scored.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The government is determined to ____ the problem of unemployment by creating many new job opportunities today.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English takel (“gear, apparatus”), from Middle Dutch or Middle Low German takel (“ship's rigging”), perhaps related to Middle Dutch taken (“to grasp, seize”). Akin to Danish takkel (“tackle”), Swedish tackel (“tackle”). More at take.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"The work on Bridge 22, over Hemming Street, is being tackled first; it was started in January and should be finished by Whitsun."
— 1959 May, “Talking of Trains: Bethnal Green alterations”, in Trains Illustrated, page 236:
"The shark was thought to represent nature at its most cruel, and only a few painters and writers felt the need to tackle such a powerful subject."
— 1983, Richard Ellis, The Book of Sharks, Knopf, →ISBN, page 148:
""Singing is the oldest, most effective and productive way to tackle girls," asserted the 37-year-old, affectionately known as Ah Guan at Tan Chang Ren Music Station."
— 2000 June 7, Kor Kian Beng, “What's the best way to tackle girls? Sing”, in The New Paper, page 15:
"It takes the form of a beautiful lady and tackles young and handsome men."
— 2003, Other Malay Ghosts:
"Now, now, I know you guys are being excited but remember, your feelings play the most important role to tackle a girl."
— 2009, Z Master, General Tips about Life:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The football player prepared to ____ the opposing runner before he scored.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The government is determined to ____ the problem of unemployment by creating many new job opportunities today.