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Meaning of hand

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

hand

Pronunciation:/hænd//hænd/

noun

Definitions

  1. The part of the forelimb below the forearm or wrist in a human, and the corresponding part in many other animals.

    Example: Her hands are really strong.

  2. That which resembles, or to some extent performs the office of, a human hand.

  3. In linear measurement:

  4. A side; part, camp; direction, either right or left.

verb

Definitions

  1. To give, pass, or transmit with the hand, literally or figuratively.

    Example: He handed them the letter.   She handed responsibility over to her deputy.

  2. To lead, guide, or assist with the hand; to conduct.

    Example: to hand a lady into a carriage

  3. To manage.

  4. To seize; to lay hands on.