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openhanded

/ˌoʊpənˈhændɪd/ /ˌoʊpənˈhændəd/

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adjective

Done with the hand open rather than clenched

Examples :

"The teacher demonstrated the correct way to catch a ball, telling the students to receive it openhanded, not with clenched fists. "

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adjective

Liberal and generous.

Examples :

"The wealthy businessman was known for his openhanded donations to local charities. "

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adjective

Frank, honest, and tolerant.

Examples :

"My manager is known for being openhanded; she always gives honest feedback and is very tolerant of different opinions. "

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adjective

Characterized by looseness and fullness.

Examples :

"The artist used openhanded brushstrokes to create a sense of movement in the painting. "

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adverb

With an open hand or hands.

Examples :

"She gave away the extra school supplies openhanded, sharing pencils and notebooks with anyone who needed them. "

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adverb

Examples :

"She gave to charity openhandedly. "

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verb

To hit with an open hand.

Examples :

"The angry mother, losing her patience, openhanded the misbehaving child across the bottom. "

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verb

(only in the form "openhand it") To be openhanded.

Examples :

"When his friend was short on rent, Mark decided to openhand it and lend him the money. "

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