Definition of hand–to–hand
: involving physical contact or close enough range for physical contact hand–to–hand fighting
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1833
First Known Use of hand–to–hand
1833
HAND–TO–HAND Defined for English Language Learners
hand-to-hand
play
adjective
Definition of hand–to–hand for English Language Learners
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: involving physical contact between people
HAND–TO–HAND Defined for Kids
hand–to–hand
play
adjective
\ˌhan-tə-ˈhand\
Definition of hand–to–hand for Students
: involving bodily contact hand-to-hand combat
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