Trammel: meaning, definitions and examples

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trammel

 

[ ˈtræməl ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

to restrain movement

To trammel means to restrict or limit someone’s freedom or ability to act. It often implies the use of chains or a net to confine someone or something.

Synonyms

confine, hinder, impede, restrain

Examples of usage

  • The regulations trammel creativity in the industry.
  • He felt trammelled by their expectations.
  • Don't let fear trammel your ambitions.
Context #2 | Noun

a type of net

A trammel is a type of fishing net that consists of three layers, used mainly for trapping fish. It is designed to catch fish while allowing smaller species to escape.

Synonyms

entrapment, net, trap

Examples of usage

  • They set out their trammel nets at dawn.
  • The fisherman checked his trammel for any caught fish.
  • Utilizing a trammel can increase fishing efficiency.

Translations

Translations of the word "trammel" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tramelar

🇮🇳 अवरोध

🇩🇪 Einschränkung

🇮🇩 jerat

🇺🇦 перешкода

🇵🇱 ograniczenie

🇯🇵 制約

🇫🇷 restriction

🇪🇸 trampa

🇹🇷 kısıtlama

🇰🇷 제한

🇸🇦 قيود

🇨🇿 omezení

🇸🇰 obmedzenie

🇨🇳 限制

🇸🇮 omejitev

🇮🇸 takmarkanir

🇰🇿 шектеу

🇬🇪 შეზღუდვა

🇦🇿 məhdudiyyət

🇲🇽 trampa

Etymology

The word 'trammel' comes from the Old French 'tramail,' meaning 'a net' or 'a drag net for catching fish.' Its roots can be traced further back to the Latin term 'trama,' which means 'a web' or 'a network.' The use of 'trammel' in English dates back to the 14th century, initially referring to the physical act of entangling or ensnaring. Over time, the term evolved to include metaphorical meanings, encompassing restrictions on freedom or movement. The dual nature of 'trammel' reflects both a physical restraint, in the context of nets, and an abstract limitation, indicating how it captures the essence of being held back or confined in various aspects of life.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,269 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.