1. tackling - Noun
2. tackling - Verb
of Tackle
Furniture of the masts and yards of a vessel, as cordage, sails, etc.
Instruments of action; as, fishing tackling.
The straps and fixures adjusted to an animal, by which he draws a carriage, or the like; harness.
Source: Webster's dictionary“Adesina’s leadership at the AfDB has been largely characterised by an outstanding vision in tackling issues of hunger and poverty in Africa. Source: Internet
A firefighter died while tackling a blaze in the state on Saturday, bringing the death toll from this season's bushfires to 28. Source: Internet
A first class traditional ruler in Nasarawa State, the Ohimege Opanda, Alhaji Usman Abdullahi, has called on both federal and state governments to adopt new strategies in tackling banditry and other violent crimes in the society. Source: Internet
A Democratic administration serious about tackling inequality would also need to reverse the dismantling of antitrust laws. Source: Internet
America is drifting away from its traditional role as a European power, one that was comprehensively engaged on the continent, supportive of its allies and committed to tackling common challenges. Source: Internet
After an incomplete pass, defensive back Dre' Bly 's 15-yard facemask penalty while tackling McNair on a 12-yard scramble gave the Titans a 1st down at the St. Louis 45-yard line. Source: Internet