Chapter Gynecocracy to Gyve of G by Webster's Dictionary (1913 Edition)

Gyve
(Gyve) n. [Of Celtic origin; cf. W. gefyn, Ir. geibhionn, Gael. geimheal.] A shackle; especially, one to confine the legs; a fetter. [Written also give.]

Like a poor prisoner in his twisted gyves.

Shak.

With gyves upon his wrist.

Hood.

Gyve
(Gyve), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Gyved (jivd); p. pr. & vb. n. Gyving.] To fetter; to shackle; to chain. Spenser.

I will gyve thee in thine own courtship.

Shak.