单词 | on hand |
释义 | hand1 of 3noun ˈhand often attributive 1 a(1) : the terminal part of the vertebrate forelimb when modified (as in humans) as a grasping organ : the body part at the end of the arm of a human, ape, or monkey holding a pair of scissors in his hand She put her hands over her eyes. (2) : the forelimb segment (such as the terminal section of a bird's wing) of a vertebrate higher than the fishes that corresponds to the hand irrespective of its form or functional specialization b : something resembling a hand: such as (1) : an indicator or pointer on a dial the hands of a clock (2) : a character ☞ used to direct particular attention (as to a note or paragraph) : fist, index (3) : a cluster of bananas developed from a single flower group (4) : a branched rootstock of ginger (5) : a bunch of large leaves (as of tobacco) tied together usually with another leaf c : a part serving the function of or resembling a hand: such as (1) : the hind foot of an ape (2) : the chela of a crustacean 2 a : personal possession —usually used in plural The documents fell into the hands of the enemy. b : control, supervision —usually used in plural left the matter in her hands 3 a : one of two sides or aspects of an issue or argument On the one hand we can appeal for peace, and on the other, declare war. b : side, direction soldiers fighting on either hand 4 a : assistance or aid especially involving physical effort lend a hand b : participation, interest had no hand in the decision c : a round of applause Let's give them a big hand. 5 a : skill, ability tried her hand at sailing b : an instrumental part had a hand in the victory 6 : a pledge especially of betrothal or bestowal in marriage He asked for her hand in marriage. 7 a(1) : the cards or pieces held by a player studied her hand (2) : a player in a card game or board game b : a single round in a game lost the first hand but won the next two c : the force or solidity of one's position (as in negotiations) trying to strengthen their hand 8 a(1) : a person employed at manual labor or general tasks a ranch hand (2) : worker, employee employed over a hundred hands b : a member of a ship's crew All hands on deck! c : a person who performs or executes a particular work two portraits by the same hand d : a person skilled in a particular action or pursuit a great hand at carpentry e : a specialist or veteran in a usually designated activity or region a Latin America hand 9 a : style of execution : workmanship the hand of a master b : handiwork, doings the hand of vandals c : the feel of or tactile reaction to something (such as silk or leather) 10 a : style of penmanship : handwriting wrote in a fancy hand b : signature 11 : a unit of measure equal to 4 inches (10.2 centimeters) used especially for the height of horses a horse that is 15 hands high 12 : a punch made with a specified hand knocked him out with a good right hand hand 2 of 3verb handed; handing; hands transitive verb 1 a : to give, pass, or transmit with the hand hand a letter to her b : to present or provide with handed him a surprise 2 : to lead, guide, or assist with the hand hand a lady into a bus 3 a : furl hand the sail b obsolete : to touch or manage with the hands also : to deal with hand 3 of 3adverb : with the hands rather than by machine hand stitched on hand phrase1 as in available possible to get The teacher keeps plenty of tissues on hand during cold season. Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance
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2 as in upcoming being soon to appear or take place They could tell that a storm was on hand. Synonyms & Similar Words
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3 as in in being within the confines of a specified place They had a nurse on hand daily. Synonyms & Similar Words
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