SHACKLE
/ˈʃækəl/
7 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SHACKLE
(usually in the plural) A restraint fit over a human or animal appendage, such as a wrist, ankle or finger; normally used in pairs joined by a chain.
"The prisoner lay in shackles in his gloomy cell."
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.
(usually in the plural) A restraint on one's action, activity, or progress.
To restrain using shackles; to place in shackles.
(by extension) To render immobile or incapable; to inhibit the progress or abilities of.
"This law would effectively shackle its opposition."
To shake, rattle.
Examples of SHACKLE in a Sentence
- "The prisoner lay in shackles in his gloomy cell."
- "This law would effectively shackle its opposition."
Word Details
Is SHACKLE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHACKLE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of SHACKLE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 66 points total.
Letter Values for SHACKLE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | a | c | k | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 17 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHACKLE
100 words from the letters in SHACKLE
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How to Use SHACKLE in Word Games
SHACKLE is worth 16 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Bingo potential: Since SHACKLE uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 66 points.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SHACKLE to find 100 additional valid words.