Definition of Wrangle
Wrangle
Wran·gle
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To engage in a heated argument or dispute, often in a loud or aggressive manner.
e.g. The two politicians began to wrangle over the proposed tax reform bill.
(verb)
to engage in negotiation and/or manipulation in order to obtain something, to manage to get something by arguing or persuading;
e.g. He was able to wrangle an extra day from the teacher to complete his homework.
(verb)
in American usage, to take control and care of livestock, especially involving rounding them up and herding them;
e.g. Every night the cowboys have to wrangle the cattle to a safe area to sleep.
(noun)
an angry and/or noisy quarrel, argument, or dispute, especially one that is long and complicated;
e.g. They are engaged in a wrangle that is preventing them from coming to an agreement.
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