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handcuffs

Noun

∙ A fastening consisting of two metal rings, designed to go around a person's wrists, and connected by a chain or hinge. plural only

Noun

∙ plural of handcuff

Verb

∙ third-person singular simple present indicative form of handcuff

handcuff

Noun

∙ One ring of a locking fetter for the hand or one pair.

Verb

∙ To apply handcuffs to
∙ to restrain or restrict. figuratively

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