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tackle vs paraphernalia

paraphernalia vs tackle

tackle and paraphernalia both are nouns.

tackle is a verb but paraphernalia is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
tackle Yes No Yes No
paraphernalia Yes No No No
As nouns, paraphernalia is a hypernym of tackle; that is, paraphernalia is a word with a broader meaning than tackle:
  • tackle: gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
  • paraphernalia: equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc.
Other hypernyms of tackle include appurtenance, gear.
As nouns, paraphernalia is a hypernym of tackle; that is, paraphernalia is a word with a broader meaning than tackle:
  • tackle: gear used in fishing
  • paraphernalia: equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc.
Other hypernyms of tackle include appurtenance, gear.
tackle (noun) paraphernalia (noun)
(American football) grasping an opposing player with the intention of stopping by throwing to the ground equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc.
(American football) a position on the line of scrimmage, typically opposite one of the offensive guards
gear consisting of ropes etc. supporting a ship's masts and sails
gear used in fishing
the person who plays offensive or defensive tackle on a football team
tackle (verb) paraphernalia (verb)
seize and throw down an opponent player, who usually carries the ball
put a harness
accept as a challenge
Difference between tackle and paraphernalia

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