pęta — meaning in English

English meaning

• hobble verb To walk with difficulty, typically because of an injury or pain.
• tether noun A rope or chain that keeps an animal or object within a limited range while still allowing some movement.

Senses

pęta is used for these senses in English:

• fetter A chain or similar object used to bind a person or animal – often by its legs (usually in plural).
• hobble (mostly, in the plural) One of the short straps tied between the legs of unfenced horses, allowing them to wander short distances but preventing them from running off.
• tether A rope, cable etc. that holds something in place whilst allowing some movement.

hobble — full definition

1. verb To walk with difficulty, typically because of an injury or pain.
2. verb To restrict or hinder someone or something's progress.
3. noun A strap tied between an animal's legs to stop it wandering or running off.

tether — full definition

1. noun A rope or chain that keeps an animal or object within a limited range while still allowing some movement.
2. noun The limit of someone's patience, resources, or ability to cope.
3. verb To tie something up so it cannot move far.
4. verb To connect a phone to another device so it can share its internet connection.

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