Definitions
- Referring to a decorative or functional band around the wrist of a shirt or jacket. - Talking about a physical restraint used by law enforcement to detain a suspect. - Describing a light slap or tap on someone's head or ear as a playful or admonishing gesture.
- Referring to a metal shackle or restraint used to bind the hands or feet of a prisoner or slave. - Talking about a figurative restraint or obstacle that limits one's freedom or progress. - Describing a difficult or unpleasant situation that feels like being trapped or confined.
List of Similarities
- 1Both cuff and manacle refer to restraints or bindings.
- 2Both can be used literally or figuratively.
- 3Both can limit one's freedom or movement.
- 4Both have negative connotations associated with confinement or restriction.
What is the difference?
- 1Material: Cuffs are typically made of fabric or leather, while manacles are made of metal.
- 2Function: Cuffs can be decorative or functional, while manacles are primarily used for restraint.
- 3Degree of restraint: Cuffs are usually light and temporary, while manacles are heavy and long-lasting.
- 4Usage: Cuffs are more commonly used in fashion or law enforcement, while manacles are more associated with historical or literary contexts.
- 5Connotation: Cuffs can have positive or neutral connotations, while manacles are almost always negative.
Remember this!
Cuff and manacle are both words that refer to restraints or bindings, but they differ in their material, function, degree of restraint, usage, and connotation. Cuffs are typically made of fabric or leather and can be decorative or functional, while manacles are made of metal and are primarily used for restraint. Cuffs are usually light and temporary, while manacles are heavy and long-lasting. Cuffs are more commonly used in fashion or law enforcement, while manacles are more associated with historical or literary contexts. Finally, cuffs can have positive or neutral connotations, while manacles are almost always negative.
