tackling

US /'tæklɪŋ/

UK /'tæklɪŋ/

B2

verb

  • To start working on a difficult problem
  • Trying to deal with a problem
  • Knocking someone down in a sport such as football or rugby
  • To grab and throw a person to the ground

other

  • To confront or deal with a problem or difficult task.
  • To seize, stop, or throw down an opponent, especially in football or other sports.

noun

  • Attempt to force a person to the ground