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- DictionaryCuff/kəf/
noun
- 1. the end part of a sleeve, where the material of the sleeve is turned back or a separate band is sewn on: "a red dress with a white lace collar and cuffs"
- 2. handcuffs: informal "when the cuffs went on he had braced his wrists"
verb
- 1. secure with handcuffs: informal "the man's hands were cuffed behind his back"
CUFF meaning: the bottom part of a sleeve that goes around your wrist. Learn more.
to put handcuffs on: The officer was quick to cuff the suspect and read him his rights. Slang . to start an exclusive relationship with: You’ve gotta cuff her if you want to keep her.
a separate or detachable band or piece of fabric worn about the wrist, inside or outside of the sleeve. an elasticized, ribbed, or reinforced band at the top of a sock or stocking. a band of leather or other material, wider than a collar, sewed around the outside of the top of a shoe or boot to serve as a trimming or finish. a handcuff.
1. : something (such as a part of a sleeve or glove) encircling the wrist. 2. : the turned-back hem of a trouser leg. 3. a. : handcuff usually used in plural. b. : a usually wide metal band worn as a bracelet.
Cuff definition: a fold or band serving as a trimming or finish for the bottom of a sleeve. See examples of CUFF used in a sentence.
An act of striking; a blow given or received. A blow with the hand or a weapon ( occasionally with the paw of an animal, the claws or beak of a bird…. to fall in hand (also hands) 1448–1605. to fall in hand (also hands): to come to blows; to argue, have words, or (in weakened sense) negotiate with.
noun A band of linen, lace, or the like, taking the place of, and covering a part of the sleeve in the same manner as, the turned-up cuff. noun In recent times, a separate band of linen or other material worn about the wrist and appearing below the end of the sleeve. As worn by men, it is buttoned to the wristband of the shirt.
