handcuff

/hˈændkʌf/

/ˈhændˌkəf/

Handcuff

a pair of rings made of metal with a chain attached to them, used for putting on the wrists of prisoners

synonyms : cuff

to handcuff

MAIN VERB

confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs

synonyms : cuff

Examples

1. The tech company is using golden handcuffs to retain its top talent amidst fierce competition.

2. She stayed with the company longer than she wanted to due to the allure of golden handcuffs.

3. Despite being offered another job, he's reluctant to leave because of the golden handcuffs the current company provides.

4. - Aren't you guys already handcuffed 24 hours a day?