English dictionary

grapnel

/'gr/&/pn/-/l/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope

noun.artifact

Synonyms grapple grappler grappling hook grappling iron

Source: WordNet 3.0
a light anchor for small boats

noun.artifact

Synonyms grapnel anchor

Source: WordNet 3.0
A small anchor, with four or five flukes or claws, used to hold boats or small vessels; hence, any instrument designed to grapple or hold; a grappling iron; a grab; -- written also <i>grapline</i>, and <i>crapnel</i>.

noun

Source: webster1913