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Etymology of the English word grapple

the English word grapple
derived from the Old French word grapin
derived from the Old French word grape
derived from the Old French word grappelle
derived from the Old French word grapil
derived from the Old French word grape

Date

The earliest known usage of grapple in English dates from the 16th century.

Derivations in English

grappling, grappled

Usage

Word found in Modern English



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