cuff1

noun

• 1the 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
• the part of a glove covering the wrist.
• North American a trouser turn-up: a pair of faded denims with the cuffs rolled up
• the top part of a boot, typically padded or turned down: the ankle cuff provided support without restricting my movement

• 2 (cuffs) informal handcuffs: when the cuffs went on he had braced his wrists

• 3an inflatable bag wrapped round the arm when blood pressure is measured.

verb

• secure with handcuffs:the man’s hands were cuffed behind his back