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Definitions for: Tackling [n] taking the bull by the horns
Webster (1913) Definition: Tac"kling, n. (Naut.)
1. Furniture of the masts and yards of a vessel, as cordage,
sails, etc.
2. Instruments of action; as, fishing tackling. --Walton.
3. The straps and fixures adjusted to an animal, by which he
draws a carriage, or the like; harness.
Synonyms: braving, confronting, coping with, grappling
See Also: attempt, effort, endeavor, endeavour, face, facing, try
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