cuff
//kʌf//
Noun
cuffSingular
cuffsPlural
1
The end part of a sleeve, typically a band of fabric at the wrist.
The cuffs of his shirt were slightly frayed.
2
A band worn around the wrist, especially as an ornament or for restraint (as in handcuffs).
The police officer put cuffs on the suspect's wrists.
3
The turned-up fold at the bottom of a trouser leg.
The cuffs on his trousers were muddy from walking in the rain.
Synonym
Verb
cuffInfinitive
cuffPresent tense
cuffedPast tense
cuffedPast participle
cuffingPresent participle
cuffsThird-person singular
1
To strike someone with an open hand, especially on the head.
She cuffed him on the back of the head for being rude.
2
To put handcuffs on someone; to restrain with cuffs.
The police officer cuffed the suspect and led him to the car.