Meaning Of The Word Handcuff

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Handcuff Meaning

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Handcuff Definition

What's The Definition Of Handcuff?

handcuff
Handcuffs are two metal rings which are joined together and can be locked round someone's wrists, usually by the police during an arrest.

handcuff in American English
noun: a ring-shaped metal device that can be locked around a person's wrist, usually one of a pair connected by a short chain or linked bar; shackle
transitive verb: to put handcuffs on

handcuff in British English
noun: a pair of locking metal rings joined by a short bar or chain for securing prisoners, etc
verb: to put handcuffs on (a person); manacle

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