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fetter
/ˈfet.ə/
noun
A chain or similar object used to bind a person or animal – often by its legs (usually in plural).
Anything that restricts or restrains.
Synonymsleg irons
verb
To shackle or bind up with fetters.
To restrain or impede; to hamper.
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