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hard·hand·ed | \ ˈhärd-ˈhan-dəd 
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\Definition of hardhanded
1 : having hands made hard by labor
2 : strict, oppressive
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Synonyms & Antonyms for hardhanded
Synonyms
- bitter,
- brutal,
- burdensome,
- cruel,
- excruciating,
- grievous,
- grim,
- hard,
- harsh,
- heavy,
- inhuman,
- murderous,
- onerous,
- oppressive,
- rough,
- rugged,
- searing,
- severe,
- stiff,
- tough,
- trying
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The first known use of hardhanded was in 1600
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