Anything that restricts one's freedom or opportunities.
One's wife, as a symbol of restraint.
A heavy iron ball attached to a prisoner's leg by a chain as a means of restraint.
Something that encumbers; a burden that must be carried.
An interest, right, burden, or liability attached to a title of land, such as a lien or mortgage.
One who is dependent on another.
To apply an encumbrance to (property, etc.).