handlock

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A handlock is a type of shackle, specifically a metal loop designed to be locked around a person's wrist to restrain movement. They are typically used in pairs, one for each wrist. Usage The word handlock is used to refer to the physical restraining device itself. It is a specific, somewhat formal term often found in legal, law enforcement, or historical contexts. * The office...