Synonyms for

Shackles

Verb / ˈʃækʌlz / Another word for shackles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Shackles are metal restraints or handcuffs used to confine someone's wrists or ankles.

Synonyms & similar words

bond hamper pinion trammel fetter shackle chains fetters manacles irons constraints bonds handcuffs restraints trammels gyves hobbles cuffs clamps clinchers grapnels hooks nippers pliers

Example sentences

  1. The police officer put the suspect in shackles.
  2. The prisoner tried to escape, but his shackles prevented him from running.
  3. The slaves were chained together by their shackles.
  4. The pirate was forced to walk the plank with his shackles on.
  5. The guard removed the shackles from the prisoner's ankles.

Quotes

  • Fetters to the slave; a crown to the king.
  • The chains of habit are too weak to be felt until they are too strong to be broken.
  • No one can be perfectly free till all are free; no one can be perfectly moral till all are moral; no one can be perfectly happy till all are happy.

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