handed

American  

[han-did] / ˈhæn dɪd /

adjective

1. having or involving a hand or hands (usually used in combination).

   two-handed backhand; a four-handed piano work.

2. using a particular hand (usually used in combination).

   right-handed.

3. having, requiring, or with the number of people, workers, or players indicated (usually used in combination).

   a three-handed game of poker.

4. manned; staffed (usually used in combination).

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-handed British  

adjective

1. having a hand or hands as specified

   broad-handed

   a four-handed game of cards

2. made as specified for either left- or right-hand operation or positioning

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Etymology

Origin of handed

First recorded in 1520–30; hand + -ed ³

Example Sentences

"But I guess I was pretty much handed the schedule to try and turn it around and make the most out of what is in front of me."

From Barron's

And I am so critical, I know I would have torn my own essay apart if someone had handed it to me.

From Los Angeles Times

The original Most Interesting Man in the World, the long-running character originated by Jonathan Goldsmith in 2006, is returning to Dos Equis marketing 10 years after the brand handed the title to a younger actor.

From The Wall Street Journal

Today, around a hundred pieces he bought from local artists -- along with 15,000 photographs and a dozen films -- have been handed back to their country of origin.

From Barron's

He was also handed an extension of five years on licence.

From BBC