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restrain vs shackle

shackle vs restrain

restrain is not a noun while shackle is a noun.

restrain and shackle both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
restrain No No Yes No
shackle Yes No Yes No
As verbs, shackle is a hyponym of restrain; that is, shackle is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than restrain:
  • restrain: to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement
  • shackle: restrain with fetters
Other hyponyms of restrain include bind, tie down, tie up, truss, fetter, enchain, pinion, impound, pound, pound, pound up, fold, pen up, ground.
restrain (noun) shackle (noun)
a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar
restrain (verb) shackle (verb)
prevent the action or expression of restrain with fetters
to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement bind the arms of
restrict (someone or something) so as to make free movement difficult
prevent (someone or something) from doing something
Difference between restrain and shackle

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