Definition of shackle

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• shackle is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
• shackle is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
• shackle is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of shackle

• bind the arms of (verb)

  Synonyms

  1. pinion
• a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. bond
  2. hamper
  3. trammel
• restrain with fetters (verb)

  Synonyms

  1. fetter
• a U-shaped bar; the open end can be passed through chain links and closed with a bar (noun)

See definition of shackle in Merriam Webster