trammel (Meaning)
trammel (n)
a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh
an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace
a restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble
a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
trammel (v)
catch in or as if in a trap
place limits on (extent or amount or access)
trammel (n.)
A kind of net for catching birds, fishes, or other prey.
A net for confining a woman's hair.
A kind of shackle used for regulating the motions of a horse and making him amble.
Fig.: Whatever impedes activity, progress, or freedom, as a net or shackle.
An iron hook of various forms and sizes, used for handing kettles and other vessels over the fire.
An instrument for drawing ellipses, one part of which consists of a cross with two grooves at right angles to each other, the other being a beam carrying two pins (which slide in those grooves), and also the describing pencil.
A beam compass. See under Beam.
trammel (v. t.)
To entangle, as in a net; to catch.
To confine; to hamper; to shackle.
Synonyms & Antonyms of trammel
trammel Sentence Examples
- The intricate wire trammel tightly bound the bird's wings.
- The psychiatrist's relentless questioning relentlessly trammelled the patient's mind.
- The bureaucratic regulations trammelled the entrepreneur's innovative spirit.
- The familial obligations and societal expectations trammelled the woman's aspirations.
- The straitjacket trammelled the inmate's movements, leaving her feeling confined and helpless.
- The fear of failure trammelled the student's potential, hindering their academic progress.
- The overwhelming workload trammelled the employee's productivity and morale.
- The complex legal jargon trammelled the defendant's understanding of the proceedings.
- The rigid adherence to traditions trammelled progress and innovation within the organization.
- The deafening noise trammelled the concert attendees' ability to enjoy the music.
FAQs About the word trammel
a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh, an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace, a restraint tha
barrier,obstacle, embarrassment, hurdle, let, obstruction, interference, clog, block, constraint
catalyst, break, stimulant, impetus, incentive, break, spur, stimulus, spur, impetus
The intricate wire trammel tightly bound the bird's wings.
The psychiatrist's relentless questioning relentlessly trammelled the patient's mind.
The bureaucratic regulations trammelled the entrepreneur's innovative spirit.
The familial obligations and societal expectations trammelled the woman's aspirations.
