1 of 4 senses of trammel

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Trammel

Noun:

1. A restraining device consisting of a metal framework with two rings that can be locked around a person's ankles.

Example sentence: The prisoner's trammel prevented him from escaping.

Noun:

2. A fishing net with three layers, used for catching fish at different depths.

Example sentence: The fishermen cast their trammel into the sea, hoping for a good haul.

Verb:

3. To restrict or confine someone or something.

Example sentence: The rules and regulations trammel creativity in this organization.

Noun:

4. A hindrance or impediment.

Example sentence: The bureaucratic trammels slowed down the progress of the project.