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Fetters

A chain or similar object used to bind a person or animal – often by its legs (usually in plural).

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noun

1
A chain or similar object used to bind a person or animal – often by its legs (usually in plural).
2
Anything that restricts or restrains.

verb

1
To shackle or bind up with fetters.
2
To restrain or impede; to hamper.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Fetters"

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shacklenoun	(usually in the plural) A restraint fitted over a human or animal appendage, such as an ankle, finger, or wrist, normally used in a pair joined by a chain.
hobblenoun	An unsteady, off-balance step.
chainsnoun	"Chains" is a rhythm and blues song written by husband-and-wife songwriting team Gerry Goffin and Carole King.
channelsnoun	Formal lines of command and procedure.
constraintsnoun	Something that constrains; a restriction.
hampersnoun	(US) A wicker or plastic basket specifically for holding laundry (from clothes hamper).
hindersnoun	A surname from German.
hurdlesnoun	A sport where athletes or animals run along a track obstructed by regularly placed hurdles that must be leapt over.
impedesverb	(transitive) To get in the way of; to hinder.
impedimentsnoun	A hindrance; that which impedes or obstructs progress; impedance.
ironsnoun	(equestrianism) The stirrups.
obstaclesnoun	Something that impedes, stands in the way of, or holds up progress, either physically or figuratively
padlocksnoun	A detachable lock that can be used to secure something by means of a sliding or hinged shackle
restraintsnoun	(uncountable) control or caution; reserve
shacklesnoun	"Shackles (Praise You)" is the debut single by American gospel singer-songwriter duo Mary Mary.
shoes	"Shoes" is a song recorded by Canadian country pop singer Shania Twain.
stringsnoun	(music) Collectively, the stringed instruments in an orchestra.
threadsnoun	(slang) Clothes, clothing.
straightjacketnoun	Misspelling of straitjacket. [A jacket-like garment with very long sleeves which can be secured in place, thus preventing the wearer from moving his or her arms. Often used in psychiatric hospitals to prevent patients from injuring themselves or others.]
yokenoun	Senses relating to a frame around the neck.