Cuff and Handcuff

Cuff

Cuff noun - Shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs.
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Synonyms for Cuff

Handcuff is a synonym for cuff. In some cases you can use "Handcuff" instead the word "Cuff" as a verb or a noun. popular alternative

Nearby Words: cuffed, cuffing

Handcuff

Handcuff noun - Shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs.

Cuff is a synonym for handcuff. You can use "Cuff" instead the word "Handcuff" as a verb or a noun. informal substitute

Nearby Words: handcuffed, handcuffing

Common collocations

man cuff man handcuff man
hands cuff hands handcuff hands
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