n. often handcuffs A restraining device consisting of a pair of strong, connected hoops that can be tightened and locked about the wrists and used on one or both arms of a prisoner in custody. tr.v. hand·cuffed, hand·cuff·ing, hand·cuffs 1. To put handcuffs on (a person). 2. To restrain or render ineffective. See Synonyms at hobble. |
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