cuff meaning

cuff as a noun

1. the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg

   Synonyms: turnup

   Type of: lap

   Kinds: trouser cuff

2. shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs

   Synonyms: handcuff, handlock, manacle

   Type of: shackle

cuff as a verb

1. hit with the hand

   Synonyms: whomp

   Type of: slap

2. confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs
   • The police handcuffed the suspect at the scene of the crime

   Synonyms: manacle, handcuff

   Type of: fetter

cuff in a sentence

• I'm not good at speaking off the cuff.
• The sleeves are gathered at the cuff.
• The cops finally managed to get Tobias in cuffs.
• The cuff of your shirt is wet.
• He gave a short speech, completely off the cuff, and won the hearts of his listeners.

How to pronounce cuff

cuff is pronounced /kʌf/ in British English and /kʌf/ in American English. It has 1 syllable.

Words that rhyme with cuff

• rough
• stuff
• tough
• puff
• enough
• buff
• bluff
• fluff
• huff
• snuff