handprint

noun

hand·​print ˈhan(d)-ˌprint How to pronounce handprint (audio)
: an impression of a hand on a surface

Examples of handprint in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Or set your sights on another type of keepsake, like a custom photo book or a handprint kit. Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 26 Mar. 2024 The actor popped a blister on his hand during the first take, Fallon remembers, leading to a bloody handprint on the seat of the outfit. Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 Feb. 2024 Principal photography for Wicked wrapped in Jan. 2024, leaving a big handprint on the hearts of its stars. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 28 Jan. 2024 Vanessa Bryant Goes to Lakers' Arena for the First Time Since Kobe's Memorial to Honor Pau Gasol Earlier this year, Natalia Bryant delivered an emotional speech as her family unveiled Kobe's handprints at the iconic Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 17 June 2023 The black, square-neckline dress featured two handprints applied onto the bust, giving the look ample quirky character. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2024 Servers pass Champagne as a worker dutifully wipes handprints off the red paint of an R8 with a V-10 engine, 525 horsepower and no price listed. Evan S. Benn, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024 Since then, Natalia and her family have continued to honor the pair with statues, basketball courts, a handprint ceremony and, most recently, when Natalia tossed the first pitch at a Los Angeles Dodgers home game. Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 12 Oct. 2023 Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, and Raphael will join leagues of Hollywood legends by adding their webbed handprints to the cement. Shania Russell, EW.com, 23 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1831, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of handprint was in 1831

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“Handprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handprint. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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