The end part of a person's arm beyond the wrist, including the palm, fingers, and thumb. She raised her hand to ask a question during the lecture.
A pointer on a clock or watch that indicates the time. The minute hand on the clock moved slowly as the hour approached.
A person who performs manual labor or works at a particular task. The farm hired several hands to help with the harvest.
The performer received a big hand from the audience after the show.
A set of playing cards dealt to a player in a card game. He had a winning hand in the poker game.
A measure of four inches, used especially for measuring the height of horses. The horse was 15 hands high.
Help or assistance given to someone in accomplishing a task. Could you give me a hand with carrying these boxes?
A person's style of handwriting. Her hand was elegant, making the letter easy to read.
Control, possession, or responsibility for something. The matter is now in the hands of the authorities.