Handed

/ˈhændɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of 'hand', meaning to give or pass something to someone.

He handed the book to her with a smile.

To give or deliver something formally.

She handed in her assignment before the deadline.

adjective

Having a specified kind of hand or hands, often used to denote a person's dominant hand or a physical characteristic.

She is left-handed, which means she prefers using her left hand for writing.

Characterized by the presence of hands, or having hands of a specified kind.

The handed sculpture made from clay was intricate and detailed.

From the word 'hand' + -ed

left-handed compliment

A compliment that is also an insult.

right-handed man

A person who is skilled or reliable.

handedness

Preference for using one hand over the other.

hand

The prehensile organ at the end of the arm.

hands-on

Involving active participation and practical experience.

handful

As much as can be held in one hand.

To hand someone something.

I handed my buddy a beer at the party.

To be skillful or adept.

He's really handed when it comes to fixing cars.