| 单词 | shackle |
| 释义 | shackle n. & v. --n 1. a metal loop or link, closed by a bolt, to connect chains etc. 2. a fetter enclosing the ankle or wrist. 3. (usu. in pl.) a restraint or impediment. --vtr. fetter, impede, restrain. Phrases and idioms shackle-bolt 1. a bolt for closing a shackle. 2. a bolt with a shackle at its end. Etymology: OE sc(e)acul fetter, corresp. to LG sh{auml}kel link, coupling, ON sk{ouml}kull wagon-pole f. Gmc |
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