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cuff vs handcuff

handcuff vs cuff

cuff and handcuff both are nouns.

cuff and handcuff both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cuff Yes No Yes No
handcuff Yes No Yes No
As nouns, cuff and handcuff are synonyms defined as:
  • cuff and handcuff: shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs
Other synonyms of cuff include handlock, manacle.
As verbs, cuff and handcuff are synonyms defined as:
  • cuff and handcuff: confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs
Other synonyms of cuff include manacle.
cuff (noun) handcuff (noun)
the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs
shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs
cuff (verb) handcuff (verb)
hit with the hand confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs
confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs
to get involved in a relationship with another person
Difference between cuff and handcuff

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