manacle (Meaning)
manacle (n)
shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs
manacle (v)
confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs
manacle (n.)
A handcuff; a shackle for the hand or wrist; -- usually in the plural.
manacle (v. t.)
To put handcuffs or other fastening upon, for confining the hands; to shackle; to confine; to restrain from the use of the limbs or natural powers.
Synonyms & Antonyms of manacle
manacle Sentence Examples
- The manacles bit deeply into the prisoner's wrists, causing intense agony.
- The medieval dungeon was filled with the sounds of clanking manacles and the groans of the incarcerated.
- The torturer fastened the manacles tightly, ensuring that his subject could not escape.
- The slave's limbs were bound with manacles, preventing him from fleeing his captors.
- The judge ordered the manacles to be removed, signifying the end of the prisoner's punishment.
- The tight manacles caused the man's hands to swell and turn red.
- The police officers apprehended the suspect and placed him in manacles for questioning.
- The gruesome sight of the manacles dangling from the executioner's belt sent shivers down her spine.
- The blacksmith hammered out the manacles with skill and precision.
- The captain ordered the mutinous crewman to be seized and manacled in the brig.
FAQs About the word manacle
shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs, confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffsA
irons, bind, shackle, bracelet, restriction, bond, handcuff(s), constraint,chain, captivity
incentive, edge, break, spur, assistance, aid, stimulus, assistance, impetus, catalyst
The manacles bit deeply into the prisoner's wrists, causing intense agony.
The medieval dungeon was filled with the sounds of clanking manacles and the groans of the incarcerated.
The torturer fastened the manacles tightly, ensuring that his subject could not escape.
The slave's limbs were bound with manacles, preventing him from fleeing his captors.
