Meaning Of The Word Ball and chain

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ball and chain in British English
a metal ball fastened by a chain to a prisoner's body to prevent escape
noun: (formerly) a heavy iron ball attached to a chain and fastened to a prisoner
noun: a heavy iron ball fastened by a chain to a prisoner's leg

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