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Shackles

Definition:

Shackles are a type of metal fastening device used for restraining or securing objects or individuals.

Usage:

Noun:

1. A set of shackles is commonly used to confine prisoners or criminals during transportation or as a form of punishment.

Example sentence: The fugitive was brought into the courtroom wearing heavy steel shackles.

2. In sailing, shackles refer to a U-shaped metal fitting with a pin or bolt across the open end, used to join or secure ropes or chains.

Example sentence: The sailor carefully attached the rope to the shackle before hoisting the sail.

Verb:

1. To shackle means to restrain or restrict someone or something.

Example sentence: Poverty can shackle individuals from reaching their full potential.

2. Shackling can also refer to connecting or fastening something using shackles.

Example sentence: The workers shackled the heavy cargo securely before loading it onto the truck.

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