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fetter vs restrain

restrain vs fetter

fetter is a noun but restrain is not a noun.

fetter and restrain both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
fetter Yes No Yes No
restrain No No Yes No
As verbs, restrain is a hypernym of fetter; that is, restrain is a word with a broader meaning than fetter:
  • fetter: restrain with fetters
  • restrain: to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement
Other hypernyms of fetter include confine, constrain, hold.
fetter (noun) restrain (noun)
a shackle for the ankles or feet
fetter (verb) restrain (verb)
restrain with fetters prevent the action or expression of
to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement
restrict (someone or something) so as to make free movement difficult
prevent (someone or something) from doing something
Difference between fetter and restrain

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