handcuff
The word “handcuff” has 2 syllables: hand-cuff.
It's pronounced as /ˈhænd.kʌf/.
What is synonym and antonym for handcuff?
In the thesaurus, “handcuff” has 14 synonyms and 16 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for handcuff along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for handcuff
Antonyms for handcuff
- aid
- assist
- emancipate
- facilitate
- free
- help
- liberate
- loose
- open
- release
- rescue
- unbind
- undo
- unfetter
- unshackle
- untie
Meanings of handcuff
- noun
- One ring of a locking fetter for the hand or one pair.
- verb
- To apply handcuffs to.
- To restrain or restrict.
Example Sentences
- The police officer used a handcuff to restrain the suspect.
- After the arrest, they carefully placed the handcuff on the suspect's wrists.
- He managed to escape from the handcuff by using a special technique.
- The security guard checked the handcuff to ensure it was securely fastened.
- They found the handcuff in the drawer while cleaning out the old storage room.
On this page you'll find 30 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to handcuff, such as: aid, assist, bind, bond, chain, curb, emancipate.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.