hand

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/hænd/ English

Definitions

noun

The part of the forelimb below the forearm or wrist in a human, and the corresponding part in many other animals.“Her hands are really strong.”
That which resembles, or to some extent performs the office of, a human hand.
In linear measurement:
A side; part, camp; direction, either right or left.

verb

To give, pass, or transmit with the hand, literally or figuratively.“He handed them the letter. She handed responsibility over to her deputy.”
To lead, guide, or assist with the hand; to conduct.“to hand a lady into a carriage”
To manage.
To seize; to lay hands on.

Related words

Synonyms

manus paw hired hand mitt mauler hook reach handwriting script pass turn over pass on deal helping hand give bridge player

Associated

grenade fingers thumb gesture finger grip cards shoulder arm sword hands tools

Rhymes

reprimand command expand demand understand band land brand stand offhand

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