English Explanatory Dictionary

bring to heel

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To compel someone to obey; to force someone into a submissive condition.
  2. To cause to act in a disciplined manner.

Pronunciation

en-au-bring to heel.ogg

Word forms

bring to heel brings to heel bringing to heel brought to heel call to heel

Etymology

From the command to make a dog closely follow its master.

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