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fetter

/ˈfet.ə/
noun
  1. A chain or similar object used to bind a person or animal – often by its legs (usually in plural).

  2. Anything that restricts or restrains.

Synonymsleg irons
verb
  1. To shackle or bind up with fetters.

  2. To restrain or impede; to hamper.

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