offhand

Meanings

• adjective

  Done or given without much thought or effort; impromptu.

  - "He gave an offhand comment during the meeting."
  - "She played the piano offhand."
  - "The artist created an offhand sketch."

• adjective

  Using one hand or without the use of tools.

  - "The blacksmith worked offhand to shape the metal."
  - "The surgeon performed the operation offhand."
  - "The magician performed a trick offhand."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌɔfˈhænd/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

extemporaneous , impromptu , off-the-cuff

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with offhand
band , demand , plan , stand

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Variants

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offhand

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Etymology

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From Middle English off hand, offhand, from off + hand.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'offhand' is derived from Middle English and is composed of the words 'off' and 'hand'.

2. The term 'offhand' is used in various fields, including literature, art, music, and sports.

3. In fencing, an offhand grip refers to holding the weapon with the opposite hand from the dominant hand.

4. In aviation, an offhand reference is a non-standard or unofficial term used to describe an aircraft or aircraft part.

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Related Concepts

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1. improvisation: The act of creating something spontaneously and without prior preparation or planning.

2. extemporaneous: Done or spoken without preparation or planning; impromptu.

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Culture

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Offhand has been used extensively in literature and art to describe impromptu actions or creations. In music, offhand playing refers to playing an instrument without the use of sheet music or memorization.

How to Memorize "offhand"

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   - Think of a time when you did something offhand or without much planning.

3. mnemonics
   

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