26984 words

handcuffs

2 definitions • 3 examples
1
two metal or plastic rings joined by a short chain that lock around a prisoner's wrists:

Examples:

a pair of handcuffs
in handcuffs She was taken to the police station in handcuffs.
2
two metal rings, joined by a short chain, that are locked around a prisoner’s wrists to prevent free movement:

Examples:

She was taken away in handcuffs.

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