instrument vs tackle

instrument

noun
  • A tool, implement used for manipulation or measurement. 

  • A legal document, such as a contract, deed, trust, mortgage, power, indenture, or will. 

  • A device used to produce music. 

  • A means or agency for achieving an effect. 

  • A person used as a mere tool for achieving a goal. 

  • A measuring or displaying device. 

verb
  • To devise, conceive, cook up, plan. 

  • To perform upon an instrument; to prepare for an instrument. 

  • To apply measuring devices. 

tackle

noun
  • 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. 

verb
  • 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. 

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