[n] (football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground
[n] a position on the line of scrimmage; "it takes a big man to play tackle"
[n] gear used in fishing
[n] gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
[n] the person who plays that position on a football team; "the right tackle is a straight A student"
[v] seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball, in American football
[v] set about dealing with; "I'll try to tackle this difficult task"
[v] accept as a challenge