Fetters Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations
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fetters
[ˈfɛtərz ]
Definitions
in law
restraints used to secure a person, typically around the ankles
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He struggled against the fetters that bound him.
- She felt trapped by the fetters of society's expectations.
figurative
anything that restricts or restrains one's freedom
Synonyms
bonds, constraints, limitations.
Examples of usage
- The fetters of his own mind prevented him from taking risks.
- She wanted to break free from the fetters of her past.
Translations
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Origin of 'fetters'
The word 'fetters' originated from Middle English 'feter', from Old English 'feter', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'veter' and German 'Fetter'. The concept of fetters as restraints has been used throughout history, both literally and metaphorically, to symbolize limitations and restrictions.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #17,876, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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