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Handlock

🔄 Synonyms of "Handlock"

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manaclenounA shackle for the wrist, usually consisting of a pair of joined rings; a handcuff; (by extension) a similar device put around an ankle to restrict free movement.
cuffsnounshackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs
handcuffnoun(transitive) To apply handcuffs to someone.
handcuffsnounA fastening consisting of two metal rings, designed to go around a person's wrists, and connected by a chain or hinge.
cuffnounThe end of a shirt sleeve that covers the wrist.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Handlock"

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handcuffnoun(transitive) To apply handcuffs to someone.
manaclenounA shackle for the wrist, usually consisting of a pair of joined rings; a handcuff; (by extension) a similar device put around an ankle to restrict free movement.
handcuffsnounA fastening consisting of two metal rings, designed to go around a person's wrists, and connected by a chain or hinge.
cuffnounThe end of a shirt sleeve that covers the wrist.
cuffsnounshackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs
liner locknoun(metonymic) A knife or other tool with such a lock.
button locknoun(metonymic) A knife or other tool with such a lock.
picklocknounOne who picks locks; a thief.
lock pickverbTo use tools to unlock locks without a key; to pick locks.
frame locknounA type of lock for a folding knife or other tool, distinct from the liner lock by the spring portion of the liner being replaced by an integral component of the handle.
buttonlocknounAlternative form of button lock. [A type of lock (for knives, and other tools, of folding or collapsing type) in which the lock is released with the press of a button, usually on the side of the handle; such a lock often allows the tool to be locked closed as well as locked open.]
firelocknoun(by extension, historical) A firearm using such a gunlock.
backlocknounA knife with such a lock: synonym of lockback.
boxlocknoun(firearms) A style of double-barrelled shotgun with concealed, self-cocking hammers that use a break-open action.
gunlocknounA mechanism fitted to a cannon that fires it when a cord is pulled.
lock-picknounAlternative spelling of lock pick. [Any device used to unlock a lock without the use of a key.]
locknounSomething used for fastening, which can only be opened with a key or combination.
fingerholdnounA grip with the fingers.
limbnounA major appendage of human or animal, used for locomotion (such as an arm, leg or wing).
matchlocknoun(historical) Early type of firearm, using a smoldering piece of cord to fire the powder in the firing pan.

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