Shackles

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:17 ptsWWF:18 pts8 letters

Definition of Shackles

noun

(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."
A 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.
(usually in the plural) A restraint on one's action, activity, or progress.
A fetter-like band worn as an ornament.
A link for connecting railroad cars; a drawlink or draglink.

verb

To restrain using shackles; to place in shackles.
(by extension) To render immobile or incapable; to inhibit the progress or abilities of.
"This law would effectively shackle its opposition."

verb

To shake, rattle.

Anagrams of Shackles

Words You Can Make

50 words can be made from the letters in "shackles":

7-LETTER WORDS

clashes hackles shackle

6-LETTER WORDS

cashes chalks chases chasse chelas haceks hackle hassel hassle laches lashes scales selahs shacks shakes+4 more

5-LETTER WORDS

aches alecs ashes cakes calks cases casks chalk chase chela chess clash class hacek hacks+13 more

+1 Letter Anagrams

Words formed by adding one letter to "shackles" and rearranging:

Related Word Patterns

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

hobble

ANTONYMS

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Rhyming Words

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