ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Freehand

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Freehand is an adjective meaning Drawn using the hand without any helping device.

Meaning

Drawn using the hand without any helping device.

More Meanings

  1. Using the hand without any helping device.
  2. Without using the hands; hands-free.
  3. To conduct a procedure involving use of the hands without any helping device or guide.

Example Sentences

The grafts were cut freehand with a large knife, which made it difficult to standardize the thickness, in spite of instruments created especially for the purpose.

Word Forms

Synonyms for freehand

Depending on context, synonyms include free, original, freehanded.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include free, original, freeform, sketching, free-hand, free-handed.

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