entangle

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   To tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated.
2. 2
   To involve in such complications as to render extrication difficult.
3. 3
   To ensnare.
4. 4
   To involve in difficulties or embarrassments; to embarrass, puzzle, or distract by adverse or perplexing circumstances, interests, demands, etc.; to hamper; to bewilder.