Definition

A decorative fastener used to secure the cuffs of a dress shirt.

Example

He wore a pair of elegant cufflinks to the formal event.

Conversation

Hey, I love your shirt!

Thanks! I just got it, and I added these cufflinks to make it look sharper.

They definitely add a nice touch to your outfit.

Yeah, I think they really elevate the whole look!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cufflink → The word is formed from "cuff" (from Middle English *cuffe*, meaning the end of a sleeve) and "link" (from Old English *hlinc*, meaning a connection or fastening). A cufflink is a fastening that connects the cuffs of a shirt.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'cuff' as the end of a sleeve that needs to be 'linked' together — that's why a cufflink is used to fasten shirt cuffs.

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