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Meaning of shackling
The primary meaning of "shackling" is to restrain someone or something with chains or shackles.
Etymology of shackling
The word "shackling" originates from the Old English words "scacol" or "sceacol," which referred to a fetter or shackle
The term has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of restraining someone or something with chains or shackles
Synonyms
chaining
binding
fettering
manacing
handcuffing
restraining
confining
imprisoning
enclosing
locking
securing
tying
trussing
pinioning
hobbling
shackling
tethering
mooring
anchoring
fastening
chaining
bridling
gagging
muffling
silencing
stifling
suppressing
subduing
conquering
vanquishing
overpowering
dominating
controlling
restricting
limiting
curbing
checking
repressing
oppressing
persecuting
Definitions
- To restrain someone's arms or legs with chains or shackles
- * To restrict or limit someone's freedom or activity
Usage Examples
- The prisoner was shackling his ankles to prevent him from escaping
- * The company's debt was shackling its ability to invest in new projects
- * The government's policies were shackling the growth of small businesses
Antonyms
freeing
releasing
liberating
unchaining
unfettering
unshackling
unbinding
untying
loosening
relaxing
easing
facilitating
enabling
empowering
strengthening
supporting
aiding
assisting
helping
unleashing
unbridling
unmuzzling
un gagging