Hand

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  • noun. undefined
  • noun. The terminal part of the human arm located below the forearm, used for grasping and holding and consisting of the wrist, palm, four fingers, and an opposable thumb.
  • noun. A homologous or similar part in other animals, as the terminal part of the forelimb in certain vertebrates.
  • noun. A unit of length equal to 4 inches (10.2 centimeters), used especially to specify the height of a horse.
  • noun. Something suggesting the shape or function of the human hand, especially.
  • noun. Any of the rotating pointers used as indexes on the face of a mechanical clock.
  • noun. A pointer, as on a gauge or dial.
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  • noun. Lateral direction indicated according to the way in which one is facing.
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  • noun. A style or individual sample of writing.
  • noun. A signature.
  • noun. A round of applause to signify approval.
  • noun. Physical assistance; help.
  • noun. A hand ball in soccer.
  • noun. undefined
  • noun. The cards held in a card game by a given player at any time.
  • noun. The number of cards dealt each player; the deal.
  • noun. A player or participant in a card game.
  • noun. A portion or section of a game during which all the cards dealt out are played.
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  • noun. One who performs manual labor.
  • noun. One who is part of a group or crew.
  • noun. A participant in an activity, often one who specializes in a particular activity or pursuit.
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  • noun. The degree of immediacy of a source of information; degree of reliability.
  • noun. The strength or force of one's position.
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  • noun. Possession, ownership, or keeping.
  • noun. Power; jurisdiction; care.
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  • noun. Involvement or participation.
  • noun. An influence or effect.
  • noun. Evidence of craft or artistic skill.
  • noun. An aptitude or ability.
  • noun. The aesthetic feel or tactile quality of something, such as a fabric, textile, or carpeting, that indicates its fineness, texture, and durability.
  • noun. A manner or way of performing something.
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  • noun. Permission or a promise, especially a pledge to wed.
  • noun. A commitment or agreement, especially when sealed by a handshake; one's word.
  • intransitive verb. To give or pass with or as if with the hands; transmit.
  • intransitive verb. To aid, direct, or conduct with the hands.
  • intransitive verb. To roll up and secure (a sail); furl.
  • intransitive verb. undefined
  • intransitive verb. To give (the ball) directly to a teammate, as in football. Often used with off.
  • intransitive verb. To carry, strike, or propel (the ball) with the hand or arm in violation of the rules in soccer.
  • intransitive verb. To make a handoff, as in football. Often used with off.
  • phrasal verb. To bequeath to one's heirs.
  • phrasal verb. To make and pronounce (an official decision, especially a court verdict).
  • phrasal verb. To turn over to another.
  • Word Usage
    "On the one hand, there\'s Obama\'s \ "open hand\" approach that rewards the unclenched fist with a handshake."
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    Same Context
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    Life  arm  book  boy  conduct  
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    verb-form
    handed  handing  hands