cufflike

Cufflike is an English adjective meaning resembling a cuff, the band at the end of a sleeve, pant leg, or similar edge. It is used to describe shapes, structures, or decorations that form a ring or narrow collar around an opening or that mimic the functional or decorative qualities of a cuff. The term is typically written as cufflike, though cuff-like is also seen.

In fashion and textiles, cufflike describes design elements that create a fitted or protective edge around wrists or ankles, such as a stiff, narrow band or a ribbed knit that narrows the opening. Garments may feature cufflike details to control fit, provide structure, or add visual emphasis. Common examples include cuffs on shirts and jackets, as well as cufflike finishes on trousers or skirts.

In biology and other technical fields, cufflike can describe any ring-shaped or encircling structure. For example, a cufflike band of tissue around a duct or vessel may serve to delineate, protect, or constrict the opening. The term is used metaphorically to convey that a feature resembles a cuff in form or function, rather than to indicate a direct relation to wearable cuffs.

Etymology and usage notes: cufflike derives from cuff, the banded edge of clothing, with the suffix -like indicating resemblance. It is a descriptive term used across disciplines to evoke the image of a encircling or finishing band, and it may appear in both scientific and style-oriented contexts.