entangle

verb

1. 1

   To tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated

   “The dolphins became entangled in a fishing net.”

2. 2

   To involve in such complications as to render extrication difficult

3. 3

   , to ensnare

4. 4

   To involve in difficulties or embarrassments; to embarrass, puzzle, or distract by adverse or perplexing circumstances, interests, demands, etc.; to hamper; to bewilder.