definition of
[trammel]

[1] #1 trammel n. [trammel net] a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mesh. wn

[2] #2 trammel v. [trap, entrap, snare, ensnare] catch in or as if in a trap; "The men trap foxes". wn

[3] #3 trammel n. an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace. wn

[4] #4 trammel v. [restrict, restrain, limit, bound, confine, throttle] place limits on (extent or access); "restrict the use of this parking lot"; "limit the time you can spend with your friends". wn

[5] #5 trammel n. a restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble. wn