noun🔗ShareFesseln, Ketten(usually in the plural) A restraint fit over a human or animal appendage, such as a wrist, ankle or finger; normally used in pairs joined by a chain."The prisoner lay in shackles in his gloomy cell."Der Gefangene lag in Fesseln in seiner düsteren Zelle.bodypoliceinhumanlawmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFesseln, KettenA U-shaped piece of metal secured with a pin or bolt across the opening, or a hinged metal loop secured with a quick-release locking pin mechanism."The construction workers used shackles to connect the heavy steel beams to the crane's cable. "Die Bauarbeiter benutzten Fesseln, um die schweren Stahlträger mit dem Kabel des Krans zu verbinden.nauticaltechnicalitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFesseln, Ketten(usually in the plural) A restraint on one's action, activity, or progress."The constant worry about failing grades put shackles on her creativity and prevented her from enjoying learning. "Die ständige Sorge um schlechte Noten legte Fesseln auf ihre Kreativität und verhinderte, dass sie das Lernen genoss.actionconditionsituationsocietylawpoliticsgovernmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareFessel, FußfesselA fetter-like band worn as an ornament."The young girl wore delicate silver shackles around her ankle, a pretty ornament her grandmother had given her. "Das junge Mädchen trug zarte silberne Fußfesseln um ihren Knöchel, ein hübsches Ornament, das ihre Großmutter ihr geschenkt hatte.appearancewearstyleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareKupplung, ZugstangeA link for connecting railroad cars; a drawlink or draglink."The railroad worker checked the shackles connecting the freight cars to make sure they were secure before the train departed. "Der Eisenbahnarbeiter überprüfte die Kupplungen, die die Güterwagen verbanden, um sicherzustellen, dass sie sicher waren, bevor der Zug abfuhr.vehiclemachinetechnicalindustryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareKettenglied, KetteA length of cable or chain equal to 12 1/2 fathoms or 75 feet, or later to 15 fathoms."The captain ordered three shackles of anchor chain to be paid out, ensuring the ship was securely anchored in the rough sea. "Der Kapitän befahl, drei Kettenglieder der Ankerkette auszugeben, um sicherzustellen, dass das Schiff in der rauen See sicher verankert war.nauticalsailingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareStoppelnStubble."After the farmer harvested the wheat, only shackles remained in the field, prickly and short. "Nachdem der Bauer den Weizen geerntet hatte, blieben nur Stoppeln auf dem Feld zurück, stachelig und kurz.appearancebodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareFesseln, ankettenTo restrain using shackles; to place in shackles."The guards had to shackle the prisoner to prevent him from escaping. "Die Wachen mussten den Gefangenen fesseln, um seine Flucht zu verhindern.lawpolicegovernmentinhumanactionrightChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareFesseln, hemmen(by extension) To render immobile or incapable; to inhibit the progress or abilities of."This law would effectively shackle its opposition."Dieses Gesetz würde seine Opposition effektiv hemmen.abilitymindactionsocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareRütteln, klappernTo shake, rattle."The old washing machine shackles and groans loudly before finally stopping its spin cycle. "Die alte Waschmaschine rüttelt und ächzt laut, bevor sie endlich ihren Schleudergang beendet.actionsoundChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
