GRE Word List

FETTER

a chain or shackle for the feet

The meaning of the word fetter is a chain or shackle for the feet.

Random words

WordMeaning
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen
slaughterthe act of killing
sportivefrolicsome
subdueto conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish
staminathe bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance
evenhandedfair
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
anarchyabsence of government
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation