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

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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)

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verb

catch in or as if in a trap

Example: "The men trap foxes"
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verb

place limits on (extent or amount or access)

Example: "restrict the use of this parking lot"

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