trammels

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1. n a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh n an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace n a restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble n a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) v catch in or as if in a trap v place limits on (extent or access) Source: ecdict

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