leash
/liːʃ/
noun
- A strap or cord for restraining and guiding a dog or other animal.
- He bought a retractable leash for his energetic puppy.
- She attached the leash to her dog's collar before the walk.
- The park requires all dogs to be on a leash at all times.
- A restraint or control, often used figuratively.
- New regulations put a leash on corporate spending.
- She tried to keep her emotions on a short leash during the argument.
- The manager kept a tight leash on the project budget.
verb
- To put a leash on an animal; to restrain or control with a leash.
- The trainer taught the owner how to leash the dog properly.
- Please leash your dog before entering the store.
- He leashed his puppy to the fence while he tied his shoes.
- To restrain or control something, often used figuratively.
- The government tried to leash inflation with new policies.
- She leashed her temper and spoke calmly.
- They leashed their enthusiasm until the plan was confirmed.
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