Pronunciation: /kʌf/
noun a band or strip of material worn around the wrist for decoration or to fasten clothing
A1 The police officer put handcuffs on the suspect's wrists.
A2 She wore a stylish leather cuff on her wrist.
B1 The doctor used a blood pressure cuff to check the patient's vitals.
B2 The detective found a torn cuff from the suspect's jacket at the crime scene.
C1 The tailor carefully sewed a new cuff onto the sleeve of the shirt.
C2 The jeweler crafted a beautiful silver cuff bracelet with intricate designs.
verb to strike someone with an open hand, especially on the head or ear
A1 The police officer will cuff the criminal's hands.
A2 She had to cuff the sleeves of her shirt to make it fit better.
B1 The tailor will cuff the pants to adjust the length.
B2 The security guard had to cuff the unruly patron and escort them out of the building.
C1 The detective decided to cuff the suspect before questioning them.
C2 The boxer was able to cuff his opponent with a powerful blow to the jaw.
formal The police officer placed the suspect in handcuffs and then secured a cuff around his ankle.
informal I accidentally ripped the cuff of my shirt while trying to fix it.
slang She's always wearing those cute cuff bracelets, they look so cool.
figurative The company was accused of trying to cuff the competition by using unethical business practices.
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