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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

unhanded

/ˈʌnˈhændɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does unhanded mean?

adjective

Not held or managed by hand; not manual. Used especially of a ship or a boat that is steered or controlled by machinery.

Example

"The captain preferred to steer the ship unhanded, relying on the autopilot system."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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