Trammelling

Pronunciation: /ˈtɹæməɫɪŋ/

Trammelling (verb)

  1. To make someone or something move less freely by putting obstacles in the way.
  2. To hold back progress or action by creating too many limits or difficulties.
  3. To catch or bind with ropes, nets, or similar things so movement becomes difficult.

Examples

  • The heavy rope trammelling the runner restrict movement.
  • The tight rules trammelling the team restrict movement.