trammel meaning and definition

TRAMMEL noun

Definition of trammel (noun)

1. a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh
   • synonyms: trammel net
2. an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace
3. a restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble
4. a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
   • synonyms: bond, hamper, shackle

TRAMMEL verb

Definition of trammel (verb)

1. catch in or as if in a trap
   • "The men trap foxes"
   • synonyms: ensnare, entrap, snare, trap
2. place limits on (extent or access)
   • "restrict the use of this parking lot"; "limit the time you can spend with your friends"
   • synonyms: bound, confine, limit, restrain, restrict, throttle