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HANDHOLD

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Handhold.

Handhold - as a noun

An appendage to hold onto

Handhold - as a verb

To hold in the hand.

Example: "You can hand-hold many professional cameras, but using a tripod may be a better idea."

To watch or attend unnecessarily closely (as if holding a child's hand to lead it along).

Example: "I'm sick of having to hand-hold every new person we hire. why can't we train them first?"

Example Sentences

"I reached out for a sturdy handhold on the rock wall."
"She gripped the handhold tightly as she climbed up the ladder."
"The handholds on the subway train were occupied by busy commuters."
"He lost his balance on the bicycle because he couldn't find a good handhold."
"The hikers relied on the handholds embedded in the cliff face."
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Word Game Points

Is HANDHOLD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, handhold is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HANDHOLD has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is HANDHOLD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, handhold is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HANDHOLD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is HANDHOLD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, handhold is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HANDHOLD has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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