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trammel
noun
verb
A fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh
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ˈtræməl
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noun
A fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh
noun
An adjustable pothook set in a fireplace
noun
A restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble
noun
A restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
verb
Catch in or as if in a trap
“The men trap foxes”
verb
Place limits on (extent or amount or access)
“Restrict the use of this parking lot”
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The men trap foxes
Restrict the use of this parking lot
Limit the time you can spend with your friends
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