trammel

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trammel Definition

• (n) a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh
• (n) an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace
• (n) a restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble
• (n) a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
• (v) catch in or as if in a trap; "The men trap foxes"
• (v) place limits on (extent or access); "restrict the use of this parking lot"; "limit the time you can spend with your friends"

trammel Synonyms

• bond
• bound
• confine
• ensnare
• entrap
• hamper
• limit
• restrain
• restrict
• shackle
• snare
• throttle
• trammel
• trammel net
• trammels
• trap