cuff up
"Cuff up" has multiple meanings, from securing with handcuffs to entering short-term relationships during colder months.
Definition
B2Relationships
(informal, slang)To enter into a short-term romantic relationship during the winter months.
Example
- With winter approaching, many people are looking to cuff up and avoid spending the cold months alone.
B1Fashion
(informal)To roll up the cuffs of a garment.
Example
- She decided to cuff up her jeans for a more casual look.
B2Law Enforcement
(informal)To secure someone with handcuffs.
Example
- The officer told the suspect to cuff up before leading him to the patrol car.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cuff up":
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