Pronunciation: /hænd ɒn/
noun a part of the body at the end of the arm, consisting of fingers and a palm
A1 I put my hand on the table.
A2 She felt a cold hand on her shoulder in the dark.
B1 The teacher kept a close hand on the students during the field trip.
B2 The detective had a firm hand on the investigation from the beginning.
C1 The CEO had a strong hand on the company's finances.
C2 The president maintained a steady hand on foreign policy matters.
adverb in a position that is higher than something else
A1 She put her hand on the table.
A2 He placed his hand on her shoulder to comfort her.
B1 The teacher asked the students to work hand on hand to complete the project.
B2 The doctor advised the patient to keep a hand on their heart rate monitor at all times.
C1 The CEO had a hands-on approach to managing the company, always keeping a hand on the pulse of the business.
C2 The conductor had a firm hand on the orchestra, guiding them through the complex piece with precision.
preposition used to indicate the continuing of a situation or activity
A1 Please put your hand on the table.
A2 She placed her hand on his shoulder for comfort.
B1 The teacher asked the students to keep their hands on their desks during the test.
B2 The surgeon carefully placed his hand on the patient's chest before beginning the operation.
C1 The CEO laid a reassuring hand on the employee's shoulder during the difficult meeting.
C2 The artist's masterpiece was created with a steady hand on the brush.
formal The teacher placed her hand on the student's shoulder to offer comfort.
informal I saw him put his hand on her back as they walked together.
slang She told me to keep my hands to myself, but I couldn't resist putting my hand on his arm.
figurative The CEO had a firm hand on the company's direction, guiding it towards success.
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