Definition of light-handed Light-handed

light•hand•ed

We found 4 definitions of light-handed from 4 different sources.

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What does light-handed mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

light-handed - having a metaphorically delicate touch; "the translation is...light-handed...and generally unobtrusive"- New Yorker
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • light-handed (Adjective)
    Not having a full complement of workers.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • light-handed (a.)
    Not having a full complement of men; as, a vessel light-handed.

Sailor's Word-BookThe Sailor's Word-Book

  • light-handed
    Short of the complement of men.

Pronunciation

Sign Language

light-handed in sign language
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