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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

unhand

/ʌnˈhænd/ verb · British & US
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What does unhand mean?

verb

To take one's hand away from someone or something, or to remove one's hand from a situation or activity. To free someone or something from a person's grasp or control.

Example

"She asked him to unhand the child, who was struggling to break free."

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