trammel — to restrict or hamper the freedom, activity, or development of someone or something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to restrict or hamper the freedom, activity, or development of someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtræməl/
Korean meaning: 속박하다, 방해하다, 제한하다
Korean pronunciation: **트래**멀
Example Sentences
- His genius was trammeled by his inability to wake up before noon.
- Don't let outdated rules trammel your startup's potential!
- My diet plan was trammeled by the irresistible smell of pizza.
trammel
VERB//ˈtræməl//
to restrict or hamper the freedom, activity, or development of someone or something

an employee tries to work quickly at their computer while reaching for important documents. A micromanaging colleague stands directly behind them, constantly pointing over their shoulder and grabbing papers away. Every time the employee tries to type or organize files, the colleague interrupts with corrections and restrictions. The employee's movements become slower and more constrained as the colleague continues hovering and controlling every action. Other coworkers in the background look sympathetic but keep working at their own desks. how the colleague's interference restricts and hampers the employee's ability to work freely
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Origin
From 14th century Old French 'tramail', originally referring to a type of fishing net with three layers. The word later expanded to mean any device that restricts movement, like shackles for horses' legs.
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“His genius was trammeled by his inability to wake up before noon.”
“Don't let outdated rules trammel your startup's potential!”
“My diet plan was trammeled by the irresistible smell of pizza.”
“The artist refused to be trammeled by conventional techniques.”
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