Meaning of handcuff in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhæn(d)ˌkəf/

    US accent Play button

    UK accent Play button

  1. Verb

    handcuff

    Definitions

    1. confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs

    Examples

    • « The police handcuffed the suspect at the scene of the crime »

    Derived terms

  2. Noun

    handcuff

    Definitions

    1. shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist

    Examples

    • « usually used in pairs »

    Derived terms

Browse dictionary