Dog parent's "umbilical cord" Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. a figurative restraint
2. the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
(verb)
1. fasten with a rope

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

UMBILICAL (noun)
1. membranous duct connecting the fetus with the placenta
CORD (noun)
1. a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton
2. a light insulated conductor for household use
CORD (verb)
1. bind or tie with a cord
2. stack in cords

Hint 3: Anagram

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HALES

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