Entanglement

n.	1.	State of being entangled; intricate and confused involution; that which entangles; intricacy; perplexity.
	2.	(Mil.) An extensive low obstacle formed of stakes, stumps, or the like, connected by wires, ropes, or the like.
	3.	(Naut.) An obstruction of cables and spars across a river or harbor entrance.

Noun

1.

entanglement - an intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim Synonyms: web

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