Synonyms for Leash

Definition of leash

noun
  1. restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal
  2. the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
  3. a figurative restraint; "asked for a collar on program trading in the stock market"; "kept a tight leash on his emotions"; "he's always gotten a long leash"

17 synonyms found

Writing tips for "leash"

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"Leash" in song lyrics

See how leash is used in real songs:

  • "Foamin at the mouth punk, you need a leash"
    3rd Bass — Wordz of Wizdom
  • "If you act cool but keep ya girl on a leash"
    7L & Esoteric — Herb
  • "for the three legged dog I saw dragged on a leash"
    Aesop Rock — The Tugboat Complex

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