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restrain vs fetter

fetter vs restrain

restrain is not a noun while fetter is a noun.

restrain and fetter both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
restrain No No Yes No
fetter Yes No Yes No
As verbs, fetter is a hyponym of restrain; that is, fetter is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than restrain:
  • restrain: to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement
  • fetter: restrain with fetters
Other hyponyms of restrain include bind, tie down, tie up, truss, shackle, enchain, pinion, shackle, impound, pound, pound, pound up, fold, pen up, ground.
restrain (noun) fetter (noun)
a shackle for the ankles or feet
restrain (verb) fetter (verb)
prevent the action or expression of restrain with fetters
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 restrain and fetter

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