tackle

put a harness

gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails

gear used in fishing

accept as a challenge

“I'll tackle this difficult task”

a position on the line of scrimmage

“it takes a big man to play tackle”

grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground

seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball

the person who plays that position on a football team

“the right tackle is a straight A student”