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lone hand

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lone hand

 
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–noun
1. Cards.
a. a person who holds a hand so strong that he or she can play a deal without the hand of his or her partner.
b. the hand played by such a person.
2. a person who by preference conducts his or her affairs without the advice or assistance of others: a lone hand in investment circles.
3. a stand or action taken independently: a lone hand in the trade negotiations.
Origin:
1790–1800
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lone hand  
n.  

  1. Games

    1. A hand played without help from a partner's hand.

    2. A card player without a partner.

  2. See lone wolf.

lone wolf  
n.  One who prefers to go without the company or assistance of others. Also called lone hand.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
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