Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Trammelling.
Trammelling - as a noun
A fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
trammel netAn adjustable pothook set in a fireplace
A restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble
A restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bond7hamper13shackle16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
constraint12restraint9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Trammelling - as a verb
Catch in or as if in a trap
Example: "The men trap foxes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ensnare7entrap8snare5trap6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
capture11catch12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Place limits on (extent or amount or access)
Example: "Restrict the use of this parking lot"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bound8confine12limit7restrict10throttle11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The new regulations are trammelling the growth of small businesses."
"The government's actions are trammelling the rights of citizens."
"The bureaucracy is trammelling the effectiveness of the organization."
"The outdated policies are trammelling progress in the education sector."
"The trammelling effect of bureaucracy impedes progress."
Word Game Points
Is TRAMMELLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, trammelling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TRAMMELLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is TRAMMELLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, trammelling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTRAMMELLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is TRAMMELLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, trammelling is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTRAMMELLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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Phrases
german millet
