one-handed
|one/hand/ed|
B2
/ˈwʌnˌhændɪd/
using one hand
Etymology
Etymology Information
'one-handed' originates from Old English, combining 'ān' meaning 'one' and 'hand' meaning 'hand'.
Historical Evolution
'ān hand' in Old English evolved into 'one-handed' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'using one hand', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
performed or done using only one hand.
He made a one-handed catch during the game.
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Last updated: 2025/01/27 10:47