cuff
5 synonyms for cuff, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The end part of a sleeve or pant leg, often folded or fastened around the wrist or ankle.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The end part of a sleeve or pant leg, often folded or fastened around the wrist or ankle.
“He rolled up his shirt cuffs before starting the repair.”
How to use cuff
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
shirt cuff
get cuffed
cuffing season
Etymology
From Middle English cuffe/coffe, meaning "glove" or "mitten," of unclear earlier origin.
Full origin of cuff →Frequently asked questions
What does “cuff” mean?
The word “cuff” means the end part of a sleeve or pant leg, often folded or fastened around the wrist or ankle. In plain terms, the end of a sleeve or pant leg, a handcuff, or slang for locking down a relationship.
How do you pronounce “cuff”?
“Cuff” is pronounced kuhf (/kʌf/ in IPA).
How do you use “cuff” in a sentence?
Here is “cuff” used in a sentence: “He rolled up his shirt cuffs before starting the repair.”
What part of speech is “cuff”?
Depending on how it is used, “cuff” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “cuff” come from?
The word “cuff” comes from Middle English. From Middle English cuffe/coffe, meaning "glove" or "mitten," of unclear earlier origin.
Is “cuff” a common word?
“Cuff” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “cuff” have?
“Cuff” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the end part of a sleeve or pant leg, often folded or fastened around the wrist or ankle.
