单词 | at 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 at hand phrase1 as in near not being distant in time, space, or significance We sat down to address the issue at hand. Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance
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2 as in accessible situated within easy reach She always keeps a water bottle near at hand. Synonyms & Similar Words
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3 as in upcoming being soon to appear or take place The time to act is close at hand. Synonyms & Similar Words
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4 as in in at, within, or to a short distance or time They live in a second-floor apartment with several shops and restaurants at hand. Synonyms & Similar Words
5 as in present being within the confines of a specified place They had several nurses at hand in case anything went wrong. Synonyms & Similar Words
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