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Handcuffs

/hˈæˌndkʌfs/
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(noun) A fastening consisting of two metal rings, designed to go around a person's wrists, and connected by a chain or hinge.

I put handcuffs on him.
The policeman wrestled the thief to the ground and put handcuffs on him.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The police officer placed the suspect in ____ before leading him away to the patrol car.

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