Handless and Handy

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Handless adjective - Lacking or showing a lack of nimbleness in using one's hands.

Usage example: she's far too handless to be good at needlework

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Handy is an antonym for handless.

Handy adjective - Skillful with the hands.

Usage example: handy with a needle and thread

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Handless is an antonym for handy.

Nearby Words: hand, handed, handily, handing

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