enchain

UK
/ɪnˈtʃeɪn/
US
/ɪnˈtʃeɪn/

Translations

enchainverb
enchained
Past Simple
enchained
Past Participle
enchaining
Gerund
UK
/ɪnˈtʃeɪn/
US
/ɪnˈtʃeɪn/
The captors decided to enchain the prisoner to prevent his escape.
Похитители решили заковать пленника, чтобы предотвратить его побег.

Definitions

enchainverb
To bind or hold with chains.
The captors enchained the prisoners to prevent their escape.
To confine or restrain as if with chains.
The oppressive regime sought to enchain the minds of its citizens with propaganda.