Definitions from Wiktionary (tackle)

▸ noun:  A device for grasping an object and an attached means of moving it, as a rope and hook.
▸ noun:  A block and tackle.
▸ noun:  (nautical, slang, uncountable) Clothing.
▸ noun:  (fishing, uncountable) Equipment (rod, reel, line, lure, etc.) used when angling.
▸ noun:  (uncountable, informal, by extension) Equipment, gear, gadgetry.
▸ noun:  (sports, countable) A play where a player attempts to take control over the ball from an opponent, as in rugby or football.
▸ noun:  (rugby, American football, countable) A play where a defender brings the ball carrier to the ground.
▸ noun:  (countable) Any instance in which one person intercepts another and forces them to the ground.
▸ noun:  (American football) An offensive line position between a guard and an end: offensive tackle; a person playing that position.
▸ noun:  (American football) A defensive position between two defensive ends: defensive tackle; a person playing that position.
▸ noun:  (slang) The penis.
▸ verb:  To force a person to the ground with the weight of one's own body, usually by jumping on top or slamming one's weight into them.
▸ verb:  To face or deal with, attempting to overcome or fight down.
▸ verb:  (sports) To attempt to take away a ball.
▸ verb:  (rugby, American football) To bring a ball carrier to the ground.
▸ verb:  (Singapore, colloquial) To "hit on" or pursue a person that one is interested in.
▸ Also see tackle

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