What is another word for gyves?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈa͡ɪvz] (IPA)

Gyves refer to metal shackles or restraints used to imprison someone. Synonyms for this word include handcuffs, chains, manacles, fetters, irons, and shackles. These words all refer to various types of restraints, with some used on hands, while others are used on feet or ankles. They are often used to prevent someone from escaping or moving freely, whether by law enforcement officials or in prisons. They are also used for punishment in some cultures or as a means of torture. Regardless of their intended use, all of these synonyms for gyves point to a lack of personal freedom and movement.

What are the hypernyms for Gyves?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Gyves

Too well had he calculated his trap for the detection of a third dimension in Time, a fourth one in Space, only to catch the wrong game; for he had counted upon studying, if but for a few rapt moments, the vision of a land west of the sun, east of the moon-a novel territory, perhaps a vast playground for souls emancipated from the gyves of existence.
"Melomaniacs"
James Huneker
gyves fastened up his limbs and dread of some cruel doom struck at his heart as he stooped to enter the place.
"The Orchard of Tears"
Sax Rohmer
The man looked down and saw that the new-comer had gyves upon his wrists.
"Amusement Only"
Richard Marsh

Famous quotes with Gyves

  • That very night while gentle sleep The urchin's eyelids kissed, Two stern-faced men set out from Lynn, Through the cold and heavy mist; And Eugene Aram walked between, With gyves upon his wrist.
    Thomas Hood

Related words: gyve ring, gyve pins, gyve wire, gyve guard, gyve

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