handcuff artist
A "handcuff artist" can refer to either a performer who specializes in escaping restraints or a cautious gambler who only bets when certain of winning.
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Definition
B2Performance
(informal)A performer skilled in escaping from restraints, often as part of a magic act.
Example
- The handcuff artist amazed the audience by escaping from multiple locks in under a minute.
C1Gambling
(slang, informal)A cautious gambler who only places bets when confident of winning.
Example
- Known as a handcuff artist, he never placed a bet unless he was sure of the outcome.
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