Associations to the word «Manacle»
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Wiktionary
MANACLE, noun. A shackle, consisting of a pair of joined rings, to restrict the free movement of the hands or feet.
MANACLE, noun. Any similar device such as a fetter or handcuffs.
MANACLE, verb. To confine with manacles.
Dictionary definition
MANACLE, noun. Shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs.
MANACLE, verb. Confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs; "The police handcuffed the suspect at the scene of the crime".
Wise words
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