one-handed

adjective

one-hand·​ed ˈwən-ˈhan-dəd 

1

: having or using only one hand

could beat him up one-handed

2

a

: designed for or requiring the use of only one hand

b

: effected by the use of only one hand

Examples of one-handed in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The All Blacks replied in kind, with Roigard's second try from close passing and a one-handed offload by Barrett. — ABC News, 4 July 2026

Garibay’s one-handed save denied Jonathan Ricketts a sure goal in the 64th minute, and Moon pulled a 30-yard opportunity off a poor corner kick clearance just wide left. — Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026

The teams have combined for seven attempts at goal, but thanks to a few one-handed saves by goalkeepers, the match remains scoreless. — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 30 June 2026

Samsung packs flagship-level performance into a more manageable size, pairing a powerful processor, Galaxy AI features, excellent cameras, and a gorgeous display in a sleek design that's easy to use one-handed. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 29 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for one-handed

• countermanded
• evenhanded
• reprimanded
• underhanded
• backhanded
• commanded
• demanded
• disbanded
• expanded
• misbranded
• remanded
• unbranded