leash

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to tie or secure an animal using a strap.

v. to secure or fasten an animal with a leash or similar tether.

“He leashed the dog to the fence while he went inside the shop for a moment.”

“Before starting the hike, she leashed the golden retriever to ensure it wouldn't chase the local wildlife.”

C1 · Advanced Literary

v. to control or limit a feeling or an action.

v. to restrain, curb, or keep under tight control; often used figuratively regarding emotions or power.

“She had to leash her anger during the meeting to remain professional.”

“The administration attempted to leash the growing inflation through a series of aggressive interest rate hikes and spending cuts.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Archaic

n. an old word for a group of three animals or things.

n. a set of three, particularly used in historical contexts for greyhounds, foxes, or hares.

“The hunter returned with a leash of hares hanging from his belt.”

“In medieval hunting terminology, a leash of hounds referred specifically to three dogs held on a single line.”