Found 2 items, similar to grapnel.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: grapnel grapnel n 1: a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope [syn: grapple, grappler, grappling hook , grappling iron] 2: a light anchor for small boats [syn: grapnel anchor]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Grapnel Grapnel \Grap"nel\, n. [OE. grapenel, dim. fr. F. grappin the grapple of a ship; of German origin. See Grape.] (Naut.) 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 grapline, and crapnel. [1913 Webster]