Used attributively to describe equipment or situations related to grappling.
Definitions
Designed for, used in, or relating to the act of seizing, holding, or close-quarters combat. The climber fired a grappling hook toward the ledge.
Synonyms
grappling-with (figurative)
grapplinggerund / present participle Used attributively to modify nouns (e.g., “grappling hook”, “grappling techniques”).
Definitions
Engaged in seizing, holding, or struggling in close combat. The grappling fighters rolled across the mat, neither willing to let go.
Synonyms
dealing with
wresting with
contending with