handed
adjective
handed
American
[han-did]
/ ˈhæn dɪd /
adjective
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having or involving a hand or hands (usually used in combination).
two-handed backhand; a four-handed piano work.
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using a particular hand (usually used in combination).
right-handed.
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having, requiring, or with the number of people, workers, or players indicated (usually used in combination).
a three-handed game of poker.
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manned; staffed (usually used in combination).
-handed
British
adjective
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having a hand or hands as specified
broad-handed
a four-handed game of cards
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made as specified for either left- or right-hand operation or positioning
Etymology
Origin of handed
Example Sentences
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Speaking to broadcasters, Sir Keir Starmer said he had handed over all the "messages I hold" and had "complied" with the process.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
And for both Paramount+ and Peacock, those eyeballs might matter more long term than any statuettes being handed out during the ceremony itself.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
The former president was arrested last year and handed over to the Netherlands-based tribunal.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
The administration didn’t instruct health officials to approve Replimune’s drug, and the White House has since handed the reins to the FDA, people familiar with the events said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Not saying a word, Grandpa ran his hand down in his pocket, pulled out the money I had given him, and handed it to me.
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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