trammels

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英英释义

名词 trammel:

1. a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh

2. an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace

3. a restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble

4. a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)

动词 trammel:

1. catch in or as if in a trap

2. place limits on (extent or access)