Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to that of a hand.

Example

The sculpture featured handlike appendages that seemed to reach out.

Conversation

Have you seen that sculpture in the park?

Yeah, it's really interesting how it has handlike features.

I know, right? It makes the piece feel more personal.

Exactly! It almost seems like it's reaching out to you.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Handlike → It is formed from "hand" (from Old English "hand", meaning the prehensile part of the body used for grasping) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "handlike" means resembling or similar to a hand.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'similar to a hand' — 'hand' refers to the part of the body used for grasping, and '-like' indicates resemblance.

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