cuff

Definitions


[kʌf], (Noun)

Definitions:
- the end part of a sleeve, where the material of the sleeve is turned back or a separate band is sewn on
(e.g: a red dress with a white lace collar and cuffs)

- handcuffs
(e.g: when the cuffs went on he had braced his wrists)

- an inflatable bag wrapped round the arm when blood pressure is measured


Phrases:
- off the cuff

Origin:
late Middle English (denoting a glove or mitten): of unknown origin


[kʌf], (Verb)

Definitions:
- secure with handcuffs
(e.g: the man's hands were cuffed behind his back)


Phrases:
- off the cuff

Origin:
late Middle English (denoting a glove or mitten): of unknown origin


[kʌf], (Verb)

Definitions:
- strike (someone) with an open hand, especially on the head
(e.g: he cuffed him playfully on the ear)


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 16th century: of unknown origin


[kʌf], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a blow given with an open hand
(e.g: Luke gave Flora a mild cuff)


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 16th century: of unknown origin




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