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big hand en · NOUN
Meanings
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(idiomatic, qualifier:children's vocabulary; primary school age; children's vocabulary; primary school age) Synonym of minute hand (on a clock face).
When the big hand gets to the "9", we say that there are 15 minutes left before the next hour strikes.
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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see big, hand: for example, a strong round of applause, a great deal of assistance, or a large body part.
What a great job these kids have done today! Let's give them a big hand, everybody! [hearty applause]
My grandfather had very big hands. They were so big that some of his classmates when he was a child even teased him about it — that is, the ones who dared! He would reply by asking whether they were looking for a slap or a punch!
Several people gave me a hand with getting this work done on time. In particular, Sean gave me a really big hand with the number-crunching.
Forms
Antonyms
little hand
Synonyms
minute hand