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Meaning of fetter

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

fetter

Pronunciation:/ˈfet.ə//ˈfɛt.ə//ˈfɛt.ɚ/

noun

Definitions

  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.

verb

Definitions

  1. To shackle or bind up with fetters.

  2. To restrain or impede; to hamper.