2. An instrument for gauging and adjusting machine parts; a trammel. 卡尺一种有来测量并调节机器部件的仪器；
3. No longer trammel by his responsibility as chairman, he can say what he wish. 他不当董事长就不受职务约束了， 想说什么就说什么。
英英解释
n.
1. a fishing net with three layers; the outer two are coarse mesh and the loose inner layer is fine mes
2. an adjustable pothook set in a fireplace
3. a restraint that is used to teach a horse to amble
4. a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a v.
1. catch in or as if in a trap
2. place limits on (extent or access)
