SHACKLES
8 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of SHACKLES
(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 SHACKLES in a Sentence
- "The prisoner lay in shackles in his gloomy cell."
- "This law would effectively shackle its opposition."
Word Details
Is SHACKLES a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SHACKLES is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SHACKLES uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SHACKLES
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | h | a | c | k | l | e | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 17 |
| WWF | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SHACKLES
100 words from the letters in SHACKLES
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How to Use SHACKLES in Word Games
SHACKLES is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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