Handcuffs: meaning, definitions and examples
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handcuffs
[ หhรฆndkสfs ]
law enforcement
A pair of lockable linked metal rings for securing the wrists of a prisoner, typically used by law enforcement officers.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- They put the suspect in handcuffs before taking him to the police station.
- The handcuffs were too tight and left marks on her wrists.
BDSM
A pair of metal rings linked by a chain, used by some people for restraining a partner during sexual activity.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She enjoyed being handcuffed during their BDSM play.
- He bought a new pair of handcuffs for their bedroom adventures.
Translations
Translations of the word "handcuffs" in other languages:
๐ต๐น algemas
๐ฎ๐ณ เคนเคฅเคเคกเคผเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Handschellen
๐ฎ๐ฉ borgol
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะฐะนะดะฐะฝะบะธ
๐ต๐ฑ kajdanki
๐ฏ๐ต ๆ้
๐ซ๐ท menottes
๐ช๐ธ esposas
๐น๐ท kelepรงe
๐ฐ๐ท ์๊ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุฃุตูุงุฏ
๐จ๐ฟ pouta
๐ธ๐ฐ putรก
๐จ๐ณ ๆ้
๐ธ๐ฎ lisice
๐ฎ๐ธ handjรกrn
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบััะตะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แฎแแแแแ แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qandallar
๐ฒ๐ฝ esposas
Word origin
The word 'handcuffs' originated in the 17th century, derived from 'hand' and 'cuff.' Handcuffs have been used for centuries as a means of physical restraint, especially in law enforcement and criminal justice settings. Over time, handcuffs have also become associated with certain sexual practices, such as BDSM, where they are used for consensual restraint during intimate activities.
See also: backhand, deckhand, forehand, hand, handbag, handball, handbook, handbreadth, handcrafted, handcrafting, handful, handgun, handheld, handicap, handicapped, handily, handiwork, handkerchief, handle, handled, handler, handles, handling, handmade, handmake, handover, handpicked, handrail, hands, handwarmer, handwear, handwriting, handy, handycam, handyman, handyperson, offhand, openhandedly, shorthand.