Handcuff (Noun)
Meaning
Shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The police officer carefully placed the handcuff on the suspect's wrist.
- Handcuffs were used to restrain the rioter until backup arrived.
- She struggled against the cold metal of the handcuff that bound her hands.
- A pair of rusty handcuffs hung from the old cell door.
- The security guard removed the handcuff from the detainee's wrist.