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单词 handout
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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024
hand•out /ˈhændˌaʊt/USA pronunciation   n. [countable]
  1. Informal Termsfood, clothing, or money given to a needy person, as a beggar.
  2. Informal Termsa free sample of a product.
  3. Informal Termsa press release.
  4. Informal Termsany copy of a speech, fact sheet, etc., distributed at a meeting.

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024
hand•out  (hand′out′),USA pronunciation n. [Informal.]
  1. Informal Termsa portion of food or the like given to a needy person, as a beggar.
  2. Informal TermsSee press release. 
  3. Informal Termsany printed, typed, mimeographed, or photocopied copy of information, as a speech, policy statement, or fact sheet given to reporters, attendees at a meeting, or the like.
  4. Informal Termsanything given away for nothing, as a free sample of a product by an advertiser.
  • 1825–35; 1940–45 for def. 2; noun, nominal use of verb, verbal phrase hand out

WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024
hand /hænd/USA pronunciation   n. [countable]
  1. Anatomy, Zoologythe part at the end of the arm in humans, or in other animals, that consists of the wrist, knuckles, fingers, and thumb.
  2. something resembling a hand in shape or function, as the pointers on a timepiece:The hands of the clock pointed to twelve.
  3. a person performing manual labor or general duties:a ranch hand.
  4. a person, with reference to ability, knowledge, or experience:an old hand at fund-raising.
  5. skill:The painting shows a master's hand.
  6. a position, esp. one of control, used for bargaining, negotiating, etc.:needed to strengthen our hand in the negotiations.
  7. the means;
    agency:[singular]Death occurred by his own hand.
  8. assistance;
    aid:[singular]Give me a hand with this ladder.
  9. style of handwriting;
    penmanship:a flowing hand.
  10. a round or outburst of applause for a performer:[singular]Let's give the singer a big hand.
  11. a promise or pledge of marriage:He asked for her hand in marriage.
  12. Weights and Measuresa unit of measure equal to 4 inches (10.2 centimeters).
  13. Games
    • the playing cards dealt to or held by each player at one time.
    • a single round of a card game:A few more hands and then we'll stop.

v. 
  1. to deliver or pass with or as if with the hand;
    offer: [~ + object + to + object]I handed the note to the ambassador.[~ + object + object]She handed me the note.
  2. to provide:[~ + object + object]handed us a golden opportunity.
  3. hand down:
    • to deliver;
      pronounce: [~ + down + object]The judge handed down the decision.[~ + object + down]He handed it down.
    • to transmit;
      pass along in turn: [~ + down + object]She wanted to hand down the traditions of her church to her grandchildren.[~ + object + down]She handed them down to her children.
    4. See hand on below.
  4. hand in, to submit;
    present for acceptance: [~ + in + object]He handed in his resignation.[~ + object + in]handed the paper in late.
  5. hand off, [Football.]to hand the ball to a member of one's team in the course of a play: [~ + off + object]The quarterback handed off the ball to his halfback.[~ + object + off]He handed the ball off.
  6. hand on, to hand down: [~ + on + object]She handed on the leadership of the party to her successor.[~ + object + on]She handed it on to her successor.
  7. hand out, to give or distribute;
    pass out: [~ + out + object]She handed out the exam booklets to her class.[~ + object + out]She handed them out.
  8. hand over, to deliver to another;
    surrender control of: [~ + over + object]The kidnappers handed over the hostages.[~ + object + over]The kidnappers handed them over.
Idioms
  1. Idioms at hand:
    • within reach:She picked up the first pencil at hand.
    • about to happen:swore that the end of the world was at hand.
    • under consideration:a discussion of the matter at hand.
  2. Idioms at the hand(s) of, by or through the action of:suffered at the hands of their captors.
  3. Idioms by hand, by using the hands manually:I wrote the whole report out by hand.
  4. Idioms change hands, to pass from one owner to another:changed hands eleven times in eleven years.
  5. Idioms eat out of someone's hand, [no object] to give in completely to someone:That spoiled brat has his parents eating out of his hand.
  6. Idioms force someone's hand, to compel a person to do or tell something before he or she is ready to do so:You have forced my hand; I have no choice but to report you.
  7. Idioms from hand to mouth, with nothing in reserve;
    with no savings;
    barely getting by:to live from hand to mouth.
  8. Idioms hand and foot:
    • with the arms and legs restrained:bound the bank employees hand and foot.
    • with slavish attentiveness:to wait on someone hand and foot.
  9. Idioms hand in or and glove, in close association or cooperation:My boss and his superior were working hand in glove.
  10. Idioms hand in hand:
    • alongside one another while holding hands:We walked hand in hand down by the beach.
    • hand in glove.
  11. Idioms hand it to, [~ + object] to give deserved and proper credit to:You've got to hand it to her, she made a great effort.
  12. Idioms hand over fist, quickly and abundantly:made money hand over fist.
  13. Idioms hands down:
    • without great effort;
      easily:He won the championship hands down.
    • that cannot be argued about:Hands down the best race I've ever seen.
  14. Idioms hand to hand, in direct combat;
    at close quarters:fighting hand to hand.
  15. Idioms have a hand in, [~ + object] to participate in:Did you have a hand in this stupid business?
  16. Idioms have one's hands full, [no object] to be very busy:had his hands full with five children.
  17. Idioms hold hands, to join hands with another person, as in affection.
  18. Idioms in hand:
    • under control:has the situation well in hand.
    • in one's possession:He's got enough cash in hand.
  19. in someone's hands, in someone's possession, control, or care:My fate is in your hands.
  20. Idioms join hands, to unite in a common cause:Will the former enemies now join hands?
  21. Idioms keep one's hand in, [~ + object] to continue to work at or practice:Although he had officially retired he kept his hand in his former business.
  22. Idioms lay hands on, [~ + object]
    • to obtain;
      acquire:Where can I lay my hands on a good second-hand car?
    • to seize, esp. in order to punish.
  23. Idioms on hand:
    • at one's disposal:We don't have enough cash on hand.
    • present:How many staff members are on hand?
  24. Idioms on one's hands, as one's responsibility:had a big problem on their hands.
  25. Idioms on the one hand. This expression is used to introduce the first item to be presented:On the one hand, we have to consider costs.
  26. Idioms on the other hand. This expression is often used to introduce an item that opposes one that has just been introduced by the phrase on the one hand:On the other hand, we have to consider the human factor.
  27. Idioms out of hand:
    • out of control:The mob got completely out of hand.
  28. Idioms take (something or someone) in hand, to take responsibility for;
    deal with:The police took the situation in hand.
  29. Idioms throw up one's hands, to stop trying;
    admit to failure:At that point I threw up my hands; no one was listening.
  30. Idioms try one's hand at, [~ + object] to start (some activity) so as to test one's ability at:tried my hand at car repair but couldn't get the hang of it.
  31. Idioms turn or put one's hand to, [~ + object] to set to work at:He put his hand to gardening.
  32. Idioms wash one's hands of, [~ + object] to abandon any further responsibility for;
    to refuse to be involved with:He washed his hands of the whole affair.


WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024
hand  (hand),USA pronunciation n. 
  1. Anatomy, Zoologythe terminal, prehensile part of the upper limb in humans and other primates, consisting of the wrist, metacarpal area, fingers, and thumb.
  2. Anatomy, Zoologythe corresponding part of the forelimb in any of the higher vertebrates.
  3. Zoologya terminal prehensile part, as the chela of a crustacean, or, in falconry, the foot of a falcon.
  4. something resembling a hand in shape or function, as various types of pointers:the hands of a clock.
  5. Printingindex (def. 8).
  6. a person employed in manual labor or for general duties;
    worker;
    laborer:a factory hand; a ranch hand.
  7. a person who performs or is capable of performing a specific work, skill, or action:a real hand at geometry.
  8. skill;
    workmanship;
    characteristic touch:a painting that shows a master's hand.
  9. a person, with reference to ability or skill:He was a poor hand at running a business.
  10. Nautical, Naval Termsa member of a ship's crew:All hands on deck!
  11. Often, hands. possession or power;
    control, custody, or care:to have someone's fate in one's hands.
  12. a position, esp. one of control, used for bargaining, negotiating, etc.:an action to strengthen one's hand.
  13. means, agency;
    instrumentality:death by his own hand.
  14. assistance;
    aid;
    active participation or cooperation:Give me a hand with this ladder.
  15. side;
    direction:no traffic on either hand of the road.
  16. style of handwriting;
    penmanship:She wrote in a beautiful hand.
  17. a person's signature:to set one's hand to a document.
  18. a round or outburst of applause for a performer:to get a hand.
  19. a promise or pledge, as of marriage:He asked for her hand in marriage.
  20. Weights and Measuresa linear measure equal to 4 inches (10.2 centimeters), used esp. in determining the height of horses.
  21. Games[Cards.]
    • the cards dealt to or held by each player at one time.
    • the person holding the cards.
    • a single part of a game, in which all the cards dealt at one time are played.
  22. Law[Roman Law.]manus (def. 2).
  23. Sport hands, [Manège.]skill at manipulating the reins of a horse:To ride well, one must have good hands.
  24. a bunch, cluster, or bundle of various leaves, fruit, etc., as a bundle of tobacco leaves tied together or a cluster of bananas.
  25. Mechanical Engineering[Mach.]the deviation of a thread or tooth from the axial direction of a screw or gear, as seen from one end looking away toward the other.
  26. Building
    • the position of the hinges of a door, in terms of right and left, as seen from outside the building, room, closet, etc., to which the doorway leads.
    • the position of the hinges of a casement sash, in terms of right and left, from inside the window.
  27. TextilesAlso called handle. the fabric properties that can be sensed by touching the material, as resilience, smoothness, or body:the smooth hand of satin.
  28. [Archaic.]a person considered as a source, as of information or of supply.
  29. Idioms at first hand, firsthand (def. 1).
  30. Idioms at hand:
    • within reach;
      nearby;
      close by.
    • near in time;
      soon.
    • ready for use:We keep a supply of canned goods at hand.
  31. Idioms at second hand, See second hand (def. 3).
  32. Idioms at the hand or hands of, by the action of;
    through the agency of:They suffered at the hands of their stepfather.
  33. Idioms by hand, by using the hands, as opposed to machines;
    manually:lace made by hand.
  34. Idioms change hands, to pass from one owner to another;
    change possession:The property has changed hands several times in recent years.
  35. Idioms come to hand:
    • to come within one's reach or notice.
    • to be received;
      arrive:The spring stock came to hand last week.
  36. Idioms eat out of one's hand, to be totally submissive to another;
    be very attentive or servile:That spoiled brat has her parents eating out of her hand.
  37. Idioms force one's hand, to prompt a person to take immediate action or to reveal his or her intentions:The criticism forced the governor's hand so that he had to declare his support of the tax bill.
  38. Idioms from hand to hand, from one person to another;
    through successive ownership or possession:The legendary jewel went from hand to hand.
  39. Idioms from hand to mouth, improvidently;
    precariously;
    with nothing in reserve:They looked forward to a time when they would no longer have to live from hand to mouth.
  40. Idioms give one's hand on or upon, to give one's word;
    seal a bargain by or as if by shaking hands:He said the goods would be delivered within a month and gave them his hand on it.
  41. Idioms hand and foot:
    • so as to hinder movement:They tied him hand and foot.
    • slavishly and continually:Cinderella had to wait on her stepsisters hand and foot.
  42. Idioms hand and glove, very intimately associated:Several high-ranking diplomats were found to be hand and glove with enemy agents.Also, hand in glove. 
  43. Idioms hand in hand:
    • with one's hand enclasped in that of another person.
    • closely associated;
      concurrently;
      conjointly:Doctors and nurses work hand in hand to save lives.
  44. Idioms hand over fist, speedily;
    increasingly:He owns a chain of restaurants and makes money hand over fist.
  45. Idioms hands down:
    • effortlessly;
      easily:He won the championship hands down.
    • indisputably;
      incontestably:It was hands down the best race I've ever seen.
  46. Idioms hands off! don't touch, strike, or interfere! keep away from!:Hands off my stereo!
  47. Idioms hands up! hold your hands above your head! give up!
  48. Idioms hand to hand, in direct combat;
    at close quarters:The troops fought hand to hand.
  49. Idioms have a hand in, to have a share in;
    participate in:It is impossible that she could have had a hand in this notorious crime.
  50. Idioms have one's hands full, to have a large or excessive amount of work to handle;
    be constantly busy:The personnel department has its hands full trying to process the growing number of applications.
  51. Idioms hold hands, to join hands with another person as a token of affection:They have been seen holding hands in public.
  52. Idioms in hand:
    • under control:He kept the situation well in hand.
    • in one's possession:cash in hand.
    • in the process of consideration or settlement:regarding the matter in hand.
  53. Idioms join hands, to unite in a common cause;
    combine:The democracies must join hands in order to survive.
  54. Idioms keep one's hand in, to continue to practice:He turned the business over to his sons, but he keeps his hand in it. I just play enough golf to keep my hand in.
  55. Idioms lay one's hands on:
    • to obtain;
      acquire:I wish I could lay my hands on a good used piano.
    • to seize, esp. in order to punish:He wanted to lay his hands on the person who had backed into his car.
    • to impose the hands in a ceremonial fashion, as in ordination:The bishop laid hands on the candidates.
  56. Idioms lend or give a hand, to lend assistance;
    help out:Lend a hand and we'll finish the job in no time.
  57. Idioms lift a hand, to exert any effort:She wouldn't lift a hand to help anyone.Also, lift a finger. 
  58. Idioms off one's hands:
    • out of one's charge or care:Now, with their children grown and off their hands, they will be free to travel.
    • successfully completed;
      finished:The lawyer planned a vacation as soon as the case was off his hands.
  59. Idioms on all hands:
    • by everyone;
      universally:It was decided on all hands to take an excursion.
    • on every side;
      all around:piercing glances on all hands.Also, on every hand. 
  60. Idioms on hand:
    • in one's possession;
      at one's disposal:cash on hand.
    • Idiomsabout to occur;
      imminent:A change of government may be on hand.
    • present:There were not enough members on hand to constitute a quorum.
  61. Idioms on or upon one's hands, under one's care or management;
    as one's responsibility:He was left with a large surplus on his hands.
  62. Idioms on the other hand, from another side or aspect;
    conversely:Itwas an unfortunate experience, but, on the other hand, one can learn from one's mistakes.
  63. Idioms out of hand:
    • beyond control:to let one's temper get out of hand.
    • without delay;
      at once:The crisis obliged him to act out of hand.
    • no longer in process;
      finished:The case has been out of hand for some time.
    • without consideration or deliberation:to reject a proposal out of hand.
  64. Idioms shake hands, to clasp another's hand in greeting, congratulation, or agreement:They shook hands on the proposed partnership.
  65. Idioms show one's hand, to disclose or display one's true intentions or motives:The impending revolution forced him to show his hand.
  66. Idioms sit on one's hands:
    • to be unenthusiastic or unappreciative;
      fail to applaud:It was a lively show, but the audience sat on its hands.
    • to take no action;
      be passive or hesitant:While he was being beaten, the others sat on their hands.
  67. Idioms take a hand in, to take part in;
    participate in:If the strike continues, the government will have to take a hand in the negotiations.
  68. Idioms take in hand:
    • to undertake responsibility for;
      assume charge:When both parents died, an uncle took the youngster in hand.
    • to deal with;
      treat of:We'll take the matter in hand at the next meeting.
  69. Idioms throw up one's hands, to admit one's inadequacy, exasperation, or failure;
    despair:When the general received reports of an enemy build-up, he threw up his hands.
  70. Idioms tie one's hands, to render one powerless to act;
    thwart:The provisions of the will tied his hands.Also, have one's hands tied. 
  71. Idioms tip one's hand, to reveal one's plans or intentions before the propitious time.
  72. Idioms to hand:
    • within reach;
      accessible or nearby.
    • into one's possession:A search of the attic brought some valuable antiques to hand.
  73. Idioms try one's hand (at), to test one's skill or aptitude for:After becoming a successful painter, he decided to try his hand at sculpture.
  74. Idioms turn or put one's hand to, to set to work at;
    busy oneself with:He turned his hand successfully to gardening.
  75. Idioms wash one's hands of, to disclaim any further responsibility for;
    renounce interest in or support of:I washed my hands of the entire affair.
  76. Idioms with a heavy hand:
    • with severity;
      oppressively:The law will punish offenders with a heavy hand.
    • in a clumsy manner;
      awkwardly;
      gracelessly:The play was directed with a heavy hand.
  77. Idioms with a high hand, in an arrogant or dictatorial manner;
    arbitrarily:He ran the organization with a high hand.

v.t. 
  1. to deliver or pass with or as if with the hand.
  2. to help, assist, guide, etc., with the hand:He handed the elderly woman across the street.
  3. [Naut.]
    • Naval Termsto take in or furl (a sail).
    • Naval Termsto haul on or otherwise handle.
  4. hand down:
    • to deliver (the decision of a court):The jury handed down a verdict of guilty.
    • to transmit from one to another, esp. to bequeath to posterity:The ring had been handed down from her grandmother.
  5. hand in, to submit;
    present for acceptance:She handed in her term paper after the deadline.
  6. British Terms, Idioms hand in one's checks, [Chiefly Brit.]See cash (def. 7).
  7. hand it to, [Informal.]to give just credit to;
    pay respect to:You have to hand it to her for getting the work out.
  8. hand off, [Football.]to hand the ball to a member of one's team in the course of a play.
  9. hand on, to transmit;
    pass on to a successor, posterity, etc.:The silver service was handed on to the eldest daughter of the family.
  10. hand out, to give or distribute;
    pass out:People were handing out leaflets on every corner.
  11. hand over:
    • to deliver into the custody of another.
    • to surrender control of:He handed over his business to his children.

adj. 
  1. of, belonging to, using, or used by the hand.
  2. made by hand.
  3. carried in or worn on the hand.
  4. operated by hand;
    manual.
  • bef. 900; Middle English, Old English; cognate with Dutch, German Hand, Old Norse hǫnd, Gothic handus
hand′like′, adj. 
    • 16.See corresponding entry in Unabridged script, calligraphy, longhand.

Hand  (hand),USA pronunciation n. 
    Lear•ned  (lûr′nid),USA pronunciation 1872–1961, U.S. jurist.
Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers::
hand-out n ( pl hand-outs)
  1. clothing, food, or money given to a needy person
  2. a leaflet, free sample, etc, given out to publicize something
  3. a statement or other document distributed to the press or an audience to confirm, supplement, or replace an oral presentation
 vb hand out (tr, adverb)
  1. to distribute
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