окови — meaning in English

English meaning

• chain noun A series of connected metal links, used for pulling, securing, or decoration.
• shackle verb To restrain someone with chains or metal restraints.

Senses

окови is used for these senses in English:

• chain That which confines, fetters, or secures; a bond.
• fetter A chain or similar object used to bind a person or animal – often by its legs (usually in plural).
• fetter (figurative) Anything that restricts or restrains.
• shackle (obsolete, rare) A fetter-like band worn on an appendage as an ornament; an anklet, an armlet, a bracelet, a wristlet.

chain — full definition

1. noun A series of connected metal links, used for pulling, securing, or decoration.
2. noun A group of stores, restaurants, or other businesses operating under the same brand.
3. noun A connected series of events, people, or things.
4. verb To fasten or restrain something with a chain.

shackle — full definition

1. verb To restrain someone with chains or metal restraints.
2. verb To restrict or hold back someone's freedom or progress.

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