1. the end part of a sleeve, especially when turned back or decorated
2. a band of material around the wrist or ankle, especially as part of clothing
3. a restraining device placed around the wrists
Usage: usually plural

1. to strike with the hand, especially on the head or ear
Usage: informal
2. to put handcuffs on someone

Examples

• He rolled up his shirt cuffs before washing dishes.
• The jacket had decorative buttons on each cuff.
• The police put the suspect in cuffs.
• She wore silver cuffs on both wrists.
• The teacher gently cuffed the student on the shoulder.
• The officer will cuff the prisoner before transport.
• His pants had elastic cuffs at the ankles.