Handcuffs vs. Manacle

Handcuffsnoun

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

Handcuffsnoun

shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs

Handcuffs

Handcuffs are restraint devices designed to secure an individual's wrists in proximity to each other. They comprise two parts, linked together by a chain, a hinge, or rigid bar.

Manaclenoun

A shackle, consisting of a pair of joined rings, to restrict the free movement of the hands or feet.

Manaclenoun

Any similar device such as a fetter or handcuffs.

Manacleverb

To confine with manacles.

Manaclenoun

A handcuff; a shackle for the hand or wrist; - usually in the plural.

Manacleverb

To put handcuffs or other fastening upon, for confining the hands; to shackle; to confine; to restrain from the use of the limbs or natural powers.

Manaclenoun

shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs

Manacleverb

confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs;