Meaning of the word grappler in English

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grappler

US /ˈɡræp.lɚ/
UK /ˈɡræp.lər/

Noun

1.

a person who grapples, especially in wrestling or martial arts

Example:
The experienced grappler quickly took his opponent to the mat.
She is a skilled grappler, known for her submission techniques.
2.

a device used for grappling or seizing something

Example:
The ship used a large grappler to retrieve the sunken cargo.
The robot arm was equipped with a powerful grappler.