The Clue
Down a Jet (6 letter answer)
The Answer
TACKLE
Tags
Notes
The answer TACKLE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1300 puzzles.
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Definition
TACKLE as a noun:
1. the person who plays that position on a football team; "the right tackle is a straight A student"
2. (rigging, tackle) = gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
3. (fishing gear, tackle, fishing tackle, fishing rig, rig) = gear used in fishing
4. a position on the line of scrimmage; "it takes a big man to play tackle"
5. (American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground
TACKLE as a verb:
1. (undertake, tackle, take on) = accept as a challenge; "I'll tackle this difficult task"
2. (harness, tackle) = put a harness; "harness the horse"
3. seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball