pouta — meaning in English

English meaning

• handcuff noun One of a pair of metal rings, usually joined by a chain, used to restrain a person's wrists.
• handcuffs noun A pair of metal restraints joined together, locked around a person's wrists.
• restraint noun A device or measure that holds something back or keeps it secure.

Senses

pouta is used for these senses in English:

• handcuffs A fastening consisting of two metal rings, designed to go around a person's wrists, and connected by a chain or hinge.
• restraint (countable) something that restrains, ties, fastens or secures

handcuff — full definition

1. noun One of a pair of metal rings, usually joined by a chain, used to restrain a person's wrists.
2. verb To put handcuffs on someone, or figuratively, to severely restrict someone's freedom of action.

handcuffs — full definition

1. noun A pair of metal restraints joined together, locked around a person's wrists.
2. noun Any restriction that severely limits someone's freedom of action.

Related Czech words