Množina: grapnels
ETYM Old Eng. grapenel, dim. from French grappin the grapple of a ship; of German origin. Related to Grape.
1. A device 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.