1. a player in football or rugby who tackles opponents
Usage: sports
2. a person who deals with or attempts to solve a problem or challenge

Examples

• The linebacker was known as the team’s best tackler.
• He made a clean tackle and brought down the running back.
• The defensive tackler stopped the opponent at the line of scrimmage.
• She’s a great tackler of difficult math problems.
• As a tackler of complex issues, he never gives up easily.
• The rugby tackler wrapped up his opponent securely.
• Every good team needs a reliable tackler in the backfield.