Definition, synonyms and related words
A fastening consisting of two metal rings, designed to go around a person's wrists, and connected by a chain or hinge.
plural of handcuff
Third-person singular simple present indicative form of handcuff
The word "handcuffs" appeared in 1775, combining "hand" with "cuff," which originally meant the end of a shirtsleeve. While it may have been influenced by an older term for fetters, most linguists view it as a modern re-invention rather than a direct continuation of ancient language.