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grappling hook

Device with multiple hooks attached to one end of a rope, generally used to temporarily secure one end of a rope, or to dredge for submerged objects

Entityship element nautical termQ1287607

Also known as grapnel

Instance of: ship element
, nautical term
Subclass of: grapple
, physical tool
, throwing weapon

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A grappling hook, or grapnel, is a drag-looking device intended for grappling onto something. It typically has multiple hooks attached to a rope or cable; it is thrown, dropped, sunk, projected, or fastened directly by hand to where at least one hook may catch and hold on to objects. Generally, grappling hooks are used to temporarily secure one end of a rope. They may also be used to dredge for submerged objects.

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Has use: naval boarding
climbing

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