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1. verb /ˈɡɹæp.əl/

a) to seize something and hold it firmly

b) to ponder and intensely evaluate a problem; normally used with "with".

2. noun /ˈɡɹæp.əl/

a) a device consisting of iron claws, attached to the end of a rope, used for grasping and holding an enemy ship prior to boarding; a grapnel or grappling iron

b) the act of grappling