Dictionary Check: trammel
"trammel" is a valid word!
Scrabble
11
points
Words with Friends
14
points
Definition
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
Example:
"The men trap foxes"
verb
place limits on (extent or amount or access)
Example:
"restrict the use of this parking lot"
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