Synonyms of shackle

Noun

1. shackle, bond, hamper, trammel, restraint, constraint

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

2. shackle, bar

usage: a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar

Verb

1. pinion, shackle, restrain, confine, hold

usage: bind the arms of

2. fetter, shackle, restrain, confine, hold

usage: restrain with fetters

Definition and meaning of shackle (Dictionary)