cuff link
noun
: a usually ornamental device consisting of two parts joined by a shank, chain, or bar for passing through buttonholes to fasten shirt cuffs
—usually used in plural
Examples of cuff link in a Sentence
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Trump took to the fairgrounds in a navy suit, with cuff links, and was greeted by a throng of cheering supporters at every stop.
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Shane Goldmacher, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Aug. 2023
Each monthly box features a variety of men's fashion accessories: ties, socks, suspenders, tie clips, cuff links, and more.
—Amanda Prahl, Peoplemag, 27 Feb. 2023
The monthly shipments contain an array of fashion accessories, including ties, socks, suspenders, tie clips, and cuff links.
—Amanda Prahl, Peoplemag, 27 Feb. 2023
Between personalized cuff links, specialized grilling utensils, cozy pajama sets, sports recovery devices, and luxuriously musky candles, there's something for every guy in your life.
—Gaby Keiderling, harpersbazaar.com, 14 Apr. 2023
Nicholas Hoult is a brand ambassador; $92,500, at Jaeger-LeCoultre, Beverly Hills and jaeger-lecoultre.com Jacob & Co. Sixteen Ashoka-cut diamonds totaling 6.66 carats are set in 18-karat white gold on these cuff links with flip-back closure; $64,000, at Jacob & Co., New York.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2023
Most subscription boxes will feature some or all of the following: suits, pants, basics like socks and underwear, outerwear, shoes, and accessories like ties, belts, and cuff links.
—Amanda Prahl, Peoplemag, 27 Feb. 2023
There are several other items of clothing, cuff links, watches, shoes, a hat given to Peck by Lyndon B. Johnson and a top hat the actor wore to the Royal Ascot.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2023
Squished among cake recipes and a cuff link trend analysis, a 1953 Life article shows Bryant lying down as a snug dress was wrapped around her body.
—Brooklyn White, Essence, 30 Nov. 2022
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Shane Goldmacher, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Aug. 2023
Each monthly box features a variety of men's fashion accessories: ties, socks, suspenders, tie clips, cuff links, and more.
—Amanda Prahl, Peoplemag, 27 Feb. 2023
The monthly shipments contain an array of fashion accessories, including ties, socks, suspenders, tie clips, and cuff links.
—Amanda Prahl, Peoplemag, 27 Feb. 2023
Between personalized cuff links, specialized grilling utensils, cozy pajama sets, sports recovery devices, and luxuriously musky candles, there's something for every guy in your life.
—Gaby Keiderling, harpersbazaar.com, 14 Apr. 2023
Nicholas Hoult is a brand ambassador; $92,500, at Jaeger-LeCoultre, Beverly Hills and jaeger-lecoultre.com Jacob & Co. Sixteen Ashoka-cut diamonds totaling 6.66 carats are set in 18-karat white gold on these cuff links with flip-back closure; $64,000, at Jacob & Co., New York.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2023
Most subscription boxes will feature some or all of the following: suits, pants, basics like socks and underwear, outerwear, shoes, and accessories like ties, belts, and cuff links.
—Amanda Prahl, Peoplemag, 27 Feb. 2023
There are several other items of clothing, cuff links, watches, shoes, a hat given to Peck by Lyndon B. Johnson and a top hat the actor wore to the Royal Ascot.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2023
Squished among cake recipes and a cuff link trend analysis, a 1953 Life article shows Bryant lying down as a snug dress was wrapped around her body.
—Brooklyn White, Essence, 30 Nov. 2022
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First Known Use
1897, in the meaning defined above
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cuff link
noun
: an ornamental device for fastening the cuffs of a shirt
—usually used in plural
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