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grappling hook

The correct spelling is grappling hook.

How to pronounce grappling hook

noun

IPA: /ˈɡɹæp(ə)lɪŋ ˌhʊk/

Say it like: Gra-ppl-ing- hoo-k

The correct spelling is grappling hook. A type of hook attached to a line and designed to be thrown at a target (e.g. rigging of an enemy ship) for the purpose of catching hold of it.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A type of hook attached to a line and designed to be thrown at a target (e.g. rigging of an enemy ship) for the purpose of catching hold of it.

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