fe
tter
Plural
fetters
1
a chain or shackle fastened around the ankles or feet, typically used to confine prisoners or slaves
- The prisoner's fetters clanked loudly as he was led down the corridor.
- Ancient captives were often bound in fetters during transport.
- The dungeon floor was littered with rusted fetters and broken chains.
- She removed the fetters and helped the man to his feet.
- The slave's fetters left deep scars on his ankles.
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