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Handcuffs

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Meanings of Handcuffs

Noun

  • A pair of metal rings that lock around a person's wrists to keep them from moving their hands apart.

Explanation of the word: Handcuffs

Handcuffs are special metal things that go around a person's wrists to keep them from moving their hands. They are used by police to help keep people safe.

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Translations for the word: Handcuffs

hindi
हाथकड़ी

hathkadi

हाथ की बेड़ियाँ

haath ki bediyan

हाथ की हथकड़ी

haath ki hathkadi

Synonyms for the word: Handcuffs

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Handcuffs

What does 'handcuffs' mean?
Handcuffs are special metal rings that are used to lock a person's hands together. They are often used by police to keep someone from escaping.
How do you pronounce 'handcuffs'?
You say 'handcuffs' like this: hand-kuffs.
What is the origin of the word 'handcuffs'?
The word 'handcuffs' comes from the words 'hand' and 'cuff'. A 'cuff' is a part of clothing that goes around the wrist, and 'hand' is, well, your hand!
What is the meaning of 'handcuffs' in Kannada?
The word 'handcuffs' in Kannada is 'ಹೆಂಡುಬುಟ್ಟಿ' (Heṇḍubuṭṭi).