trammel (
http://definr.com/trammel)
n 1: a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse
mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh [syn: {trammel
net}]
2: an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace
3: a fetter 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) [syn:
shackle,
bond,
hamper,
trammels]
v 1: catch in or as if in a trap; "The men trap foxes" [syn:
trap,
entrap,
snare,
ensnare]
2: place limits on; "restrict the use of this parking lot"
[syn:
restrict,
restrain,
limit,
bound,
confine,
throttle]