A band, flange, ferrule, or collar, designed to grip and hold a tool or a workpiece under proper control, and usually to release it under control thereafter; such a collet usually is made of a hard, springy material, especially a metal.
The rim (of a ring) within which a jewel is set.
In an embryonic plant, the transition zone between the root and the hypocotyl (not clearly distinguishable in most plants.)
A device for grasping an object and an attached means of moving it, as a rope and hook.
Any instance in which one person intercepts another and forces them to the ground.
A block and tackle.
A man's genitalia.
Equipment, gear, gadgetry.
A play where a player attempts to take control over the ball from an opponent, as in rugby or football.
Equipment (rod, reel, line, lure, etc.) used when angling.
An offensive line position between a guard and an end: offensive tackle; a person playing that position.
A play where a defender brings the ball carrier to the ground.
Clothing.
A defensive position between two defensive ends: defensive tackle; a person playing that position.
To "hit on" or pursue a person that one is interested in.
To face or deal with, attempting to overcome or fight down.
To bring a ball carrier to the ground.
To attempt to take away a ball.
To force a person to the ground with the weight of one's own body, usually by jumping on top or slamming one's weight into them.