Meaning of the word manacle in English
What does manacle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
manacle
US /ˈmæn.ə.kəl/
UK /ˈmæn.ə.kəl/
Noun
a metal band, chain, or shackle for fastening someone's hands or ankles
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The prisoner's manacles were removed before he entered the courtroom.
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He felt the cold steel of the manacle against his wrist.
Verb
to fasten someone's hands or ankles with manacles; to restrain
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The police had to manacle the suspect to prevent him from escaping.
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The economy was manacled by excessive regulations.