barehand
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //ˈbɛrˌhænd//
KK: /bɛrˌhænd/
adjective
Definition
Not wearing gloves or any covering on the hands.
Example
He caught the ball barehand, showing his skill.
Conversation
Did you notice how he was working barehand during the game?
Yeah, I couldn't believe he didn't wear gloves!
I guess he wanted to feel the ball more directly, even if it was risky.
True, but I would never take that chance.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
naked
uncovered
exposed
Antonyms
gloved
covered
protected
verb
Definition
To catch or retrieve something, especially a baseball, using only one's hands without any gloves or tools.
Example
He decided to barehand the baseball instead of using a glove.
Tense Forms
Past: barehanded
Past Participle: barehanded
Conversation
Did you see that guy barehand the baseball yesterday?
Yeah, that was impressive! I could never do that.
I know, right? I would be too scared to barehand it.
Root Explanation
Barehand → It is formed from "bare" (from Old English "bær", meaning uncovered or exposed) and "hand" (from Old English "hand", meaning the part of the body at the end of the arm). The word "barehand" means using one's hands without any tools or coverings, directly implying exposure.
Memory Tip
Think of 'bare' meaning uncovered and 'hand' as the part of your body you use to grasp things. This helps you remember that 'barehand' means using your hands without any tools.
Visually Confused Words
brakehand
aforehand
marehan
barkhan