to keep someone in (or out), using a blockade, especially ships in a port
to close or block a road etc., using a barricade
A barrier constructed across a road, especially as a military defence
An obstacle, barrier, or bulwark.
A place of confrontation.
To restrain using shackles; to place in shackles.
To render immobile or incapable; to inhibit the progress or abilities of.
To shake, rattle.
A link for connecting railroad cars; a drawlink or draglink.
A restraint on one's action, activity, or progress.
A length of cable or chain equal to 12+¹⁄₂ fathoms or 75 feet, or later to 15 fathoms.
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.
A fetter-like band worn as an ornament.
A restraint fit over a human or animal appendage, such as a wrist, ankle or finger; normally used in pairs joined by a chain.