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English noun: handcuff

1. handcuff (artifact) shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs


Synonymscuff, handlock, manacle


Broader (hypernym)bond, hamper, shackle, trammel


English verb: handcuff

1. handcuff (contact) confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs


SamplesThe police handcuffed the suspect at the scene of the crime.


ExamplesThey want to handcuff the prisoners


Synonymscuff, manacle


Pattern of useSomebody ----s somebody


Broader (hypernym)fetter, shackle









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