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lone hand
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
1790–1800
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| lone hand | |
| —n | |
| 1. | (in card games such as euchre) an independent player or hand played without a partner |
| 2. | play a lone hand to operate without assistance |
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