fetters 1 of 2

noun

Definition of fettersnext
plural of fetter
1
as in restrictions
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice a time-honored tradition is fine as long as it doesn't become a fetter that prevents us from trying something new

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2
as in obstacles
something that makes movement or progress difficult claims that government regulations are unnecessary fetters that keep him from achieving his business goals

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3
as in handcuffs
something that physically prevents free movement considered a seat belt a pointless fetter—until one saved his life in an auto accident

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fetters

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of fetter
1
as in binds
to confine or restrain with or as if with chains museum artifacts that serve as somber reminders of the days when slaves were fettered with irons

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2
as in hinders
to create difficulty for the work or activity of the belief that too many rules and restrictions fetter children's creativity

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fetters
  1. restrictions
  2. obstacles
  3. binds
  4. constraints
  5. limitations
  6. bracelets
  7. impedes
  8. restraints
Noun
  • Authorities also confiscated the suspects' passports and imposed restrictions on their communication with others.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Again, there are sneaky ways to try and overcome those restrictions.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of restrictions
Noun
  • Levitt emphasizes the importance of innovation in overcoming obstacles.
    Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Lynx, developed by Deep Robotics, demonstrates exceptional mobility, switching between wheels and traditional quadruped modes for climbing stairs or overcoming obstacles.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of obstacles
Verb
  • While a cold or flu virus usually only affects your respiratory tract, COVID binds to things called ACE2 receptors that can be found all over, from your gut to your brain.
    Julia Sullivan, SELF, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Among its many benefits, soluble fiber binds to cholesterol in your small intestine, blocking its absorption.
    Johna Burdeos, Health, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of binds
Noun
  • Accessibility will be prioritized during the creation of this new wing, the museum said, highlighting the fact that the current of the modern and contemporary galleries hinder both visitors and Met workers alike in certain areas, whether because of lighting issues, spatial constraints, or stairs.
    Alex Greenberger for ARTNews, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This tool acts as a diagnostic framework to identify and address the constraints—both tangible and intangible—that may be holding the family business back.
    Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of constraints
Noun
  • There’s also the corresponding Van Neumann bottleneck, describing limitations in transfer between the CPU and the memory.
    John Werner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • In addition, dengue vaccines, introduced in countries like Peru, Brazil and Argentina, offer hope but also face limitations as they're meant mostly for children and are most effective in those already infected with dengue once.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of limitations
Noun
  • The tour also brought the pop star closer to millions of fans, who came out in droves with friendship bracelets and homemade costumes — two of which the Kelce brothers reacted to on New Heights.
    Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
  • But while ponytail holders and bobby pins might fare well when given the clear Ziploc baggie treatment, delicate bracelets, earrings, and necklaces can quickly get knotted with other pieces if they’re not separated.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of bracelets
Verb
  • Unfortunately, this impedes the creative process and results in an uneven end product.
    Jerry Weissman, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • This draconian ban impedes humanitarian efforts, prevents 100,000 Korean Americans from seeing their family and cuts off the only current avenue for people-to-people contact essential to peacemaking.
    Christine Ahn, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of impedes
Noun
  • The order said to protect the safety of jail staff and detainees, provisions of Local Law 42 would be suspended, including restrictions on emergency lock-ins, use of restraints, and confining detainees in their cells for extended periods.
    Graham Rayman, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
  • By overcoming the typical restraints of planar magnetic technology, AFDS delivers a deep and balanced soundstage.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of restraints
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