HANDLESS - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Adjective
without a hand or hands
Example: a handless war veteran
Synonyms
Ham-handed, Plow, Handgrip, Grip, Address
Antonyms
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "handless" comes from Proto-Germanic *handulausaz. It started in Old English *handlēas. Then it appeared in Middle English handles. Many other languages have similar words:.
- West Frisian: hânleas
- German: handlos
- Icelandic: handlauss
🔗 Related Words
hand – A related word in the same word family.
less – A related word in the same word family.
handleless – A related word in the same word family.
🧩 Fun Fact
Following this word's journey reveals ancient trade routes and cultural exchanges.