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handed

The correct spelling is handed.

How to pronounce handed

/ˈhændɪd/
verb

IPA: /ˈhændɪd/

Say it like: Han-ded

The correct spelling is handed. To give, pass, or transmit with the hand, literally or figuratively. For example: "He handed them the letter.   She handed responsibility over to her deputy."

Usage Examples

He handed them the letter.   She handed responsibility over to her deputy.

to hand a lady into a carriage

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To give, pass, or transmit with the hand, literally or figuratively.
  2. 2.To lead, guide, or assist with the hand; to conduct.
  3. 3.To manage.
  4. 4.To seize; to lay hands on.
  5. 5.To pledge by the hand; to handfast.

adjective

  1. 1.(in combination) Having a certain kind or number of hands.
  2. 2.(in combination) Having a peculiar or characteristic hand or way of treating others.
  3. 3.With hands joined; hand in hand.

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