hand

hand · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The end part of the arm below the wrist, with fingers and thumb.

  2. 2.

    Assistance or help.

  3. 3.

    A role or part in something.

  4. 4.

    A pointer on a clock or watch.

  5. 5.

    A set of cards held by a player.

  6. 6.

    A worker, especially on a farm or ship.

  7. 7.

    Handwriting.

  8. 8.

    To give or pass something to someone.

Forms

plural: hands

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    by hand — Manually; not by machine.
  • •
    on the other hand — Conversely.
  • •
    hands down — Easily; without question.
  • •
    out of hand — Out of control; immediately.
  • •
    at hand — Near; approaching.
  • •
    hand in hand — Together; in cooperation.
  • •
    lend a hand — Help.

Related words

See also: handful, handle, hands, handy
Synonyms: fist, palm, paw

Etymology

From Old English hand, from Proto-Germanic *handuz ("hand").