Associations to the word «Shackle»

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SHACKLE, noun. A restraint fit over a human or animal appendage, such as a wrist, ankle or finger. Usually used in plural, to indicate a pair joined by a chain; a hobble.

SHACKLE, noun. A U-shaped piece of metal secured with a pin or bolt across the opening, or a hinged metal loop secured with a quick-release locking pin mechanism.

SHACKLE, noun. (figuratively) (usually in plural) A restraint on one's action, activity, or progress.

SHACKLE, noun. A fetter-like band worn as an ornament.

SHACKLE, noun. A link for connecting railroad cars; a drawlink or draglink.

SHACKLE, noun. Stubble

SHACKLE, verb. To restrain using shackles; to place in shackles.

SHACKLE, verb. By extension, to render immobile or incapable; to inhibit the progress or abilities of someone or something.

SHACKLE JOINT, noun. (anatomy) A joint formed by a bony ring passing through a hole in a bone, as at the bases of spines in some fishes.

SHACKLE JOINTS, noun. Plural of shackle joint

Dictionary definition

SHACKLE, noun. A restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner).

SHACKLE, noun. A U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar.

SHACKLE, verb. Bind the arms of.

SHACKLE, verb. Restrain with fetters.

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Alexander Pope

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