English Words Starting With H

• handclasp

  nounC2
  /ˈhændklɑːsp/The act or instance of clasping hands, especially as a greeting or sign of agreement.
• handcraft

  nounverbverb-transitiveMedium
  /ˈhændkrɑːft/An object made skillfully by hand, not by machine; traditional craftsmanship.
• handcraftman

  nounLow
  /ˈhændˌkrɑːftmən/A person who makes skillfully crafted objects by hand, often as a profession.
• handcuff

  nounverbverb-transitiveB2
  /ˈhændkʌf/A pair of lockable metal rings connected by a short chain, used for securing a prisoner's wrists together.
• handcycle

  nounverb-intransitiveC2
  /ˈhændˌsaɪ.kəl/A three-wheeled, arm-powered vehicle designed for individuals who cannot use their legs for cycling, similar to a recumbent bicycle but operated with hand cranks.
• handedness

  nounC1
  /ˈhændɪdnəs/The natural preference for using one hand over the other, especially the right or left hand.
• handel

  nounC1
  /ˈhænd(ə)l/To negotiate or discuss in order to reach an agreement, often about buying, selling, or arranging something. To hold and manipulate something with the hands.
• handfast

  nounverbLow
  /ˈhan(d)fɑːst/A binding promise or agreement, traditionally to marry, often sealed by a handshake.
• handfasting

  nounLow
  /ˈhændfɑːstɪŋ/A historical or pagan ritual of betrothal or marriage, often involving the binding of hands.
• handfeed

  verbLow
  /ˈhændfiːd/To feed someone or something by hand, placing food directly into the mouth or beak.
• handful

  nounB1
  /ˈhændfʊl/A small quantity or number that can be held in one hand, or a person/thing that is difficult to manage.
• handgrip

  nounC1
  /ˈhændˌɡrɪp/The act or manner of gripping with the hand; also, a handle or part designed to be gripped by the hand.
• handgun

  nounC1
  /ˈhændɡʌn/a small gun designed to be held and fired with one hand
• handheld

  adjectivenounB2
  /ˌhandˈhɛld/Designed to be held and operated in the hand.
• handhold

  nounLow-frequency (B2+). Common in specific contexts like climbing, parenting, and certain business/instructional metaphors.
  /ˈhænd.həʊld/A grip or support for the hand, especially one used while climbing or for stability; something that provides support, guidance, or reassurance.
• handholding

  nounMedium
  /ˈhændˌhəʊl.dɪŋ/The act of giving someone very close, step-by-step guidance or assistance, often to the point of being overly involved or controlling.
• handicap

  nounverbverb-transitiveB2
  /ˈhændikæp/A circumstance that makes progress or success difficult; a disadvantage.
• handicap register

  nounC1
  /ˈhændɪkæp ˈrɛdʒɪstə/An official list or record of people with disabilities, often maintained by a local authority or organization to facilitate support and services.
• handicapped

  adjectivenounLow (Contemporary)
  /ˈhændikæpt/Having a condition that substantially limits a major life activity such as walking, seeing, hearing, or learning; at a disadvantage.
• handicapper

  nounLow
  /ˈhændiˌkapə/A person who sets or studies handicaps, especially in horse racing.

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