Hand-held
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhændˌhɛld/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Hand-held is an adjective meaning Held in one or both hands.
Meaning
Held in one or both hands.
More Meanings
- Small and light enough to be operated while held in one or both hands.
- (computing) A personal digital assistant or video game console that is small enough to be held in the hands.
- A snack food that is held in the hands while eating.
Example Sentences
He filmed the scene with a hand-held camera.
We offer sandwiches, tacos, and other hand-helds.
This device is small and hand-held, perfect for travel.
The hand-held game console became popular with children.
Word Forms
- handheld
- hand-helds
Synonyms for hand-held
Depending on context, synonyms include handheld.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include handheld, mobile, portable, hand-operated, pocket-sized, pocket.
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