grapple

a tool consisting of several hooks for grasping and holding; often thrown with a rope

a dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam

the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat; "they had a fierce wrestle"; "we watched his grappling and wrestling with the bully"

come to terms with; "We got by on just a gallon of gas"; "They made do on half a loaf of bread every day"

to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match; "the two men grappled with each other for several minutes"