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shackling

The correct spelling is shackling.

How to pronounce shackling

verb

Say it like: Sha-kli-ng

The correct spelling is shackling. To restrain using shackles; to place in shackles. For example: "This law would effectively shackle its opposition."

Usage Examples

This law would effectively shackle its opposition.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To restrain using shackles; to place in shackles.
  2. 2.(by extension) To render immobile or incapable; to inhibit the progress or abilities of.
  3. 3.To shake, rattle.

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