Definitions

1. noun

A body part that is at the end of the arm and is used to grasp, hold, or manipulate things.

“She held the cup in her hand.”

2. noun

A person’s ability to do something or a way of managing something.

“He’s skilled with his hand at fixing cars.”

3. verb

To give or pass something to someone, especially as a gesture of goodwill or as a way of showing respect.

“She handed him the keys.”

4. verb

To deal with a situation or problem in a particular way.

“The teacher will have to hand the difficult situation carefully.”

5. verb

To write or print something, especially by hand.

“She handed in her essay on time.”

6. verb

To be in control of something or someone.

“The teacher handed the project back to the students.”