gyve
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9.9
- noun
- /dʒaɪv/
- Archaic
- The blacksmith forged a new gyve to secure the dangerous outlaw.
Examples
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The prisoner struggled against the heavy gyve that bound his ankles.
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In old tales, heroes often broke free from the gyves that held them captive.
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The prisoner wore a heavy gyve on his ankle.
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He was shackled with gyves during the trial.
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The prisoner was secured in gyves to prevent his escape.
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The historical display included a pair of gyves that were used for restraining captives.
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The guard noticed the old gyves on the floor of the abandoned cell.
Synonyms
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3.2
A metal ring that locks around a wrist used by police to stop someone moving
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5.6
A metal band that locks around the wrist to stop a person from moving their hands
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7.1
A metal U-shaped clamp used to join heavy things together
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7.7
Metal cuffs that hold a prisoner's hands or legs together
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8.6
A metal ring that locks around a wrist to stop someone moving
Antonyms
How Restrictive
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word gyve is an old name for a metal shackle used to hold a person's hands or feet. Think of it as an iron ring that 'binds' the ankles, which is why gyve means a heavy restraint.