Phrase guide

come to hand

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To become available, often unexpectedly, or randomly.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • She fought off the intruder with whatever came to hand.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To perform well, to come under control.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US

Topics: hobbies, horse-racing, horseracing, horses, lifestyle, pets, racing, sports

Examples

  • The horse came to hand, and won first prize.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

be revealed or disclosed

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • The truth finally came to light

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: come to light

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: appear

History

Etymology

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