handline

English

noun
Definitions
  • (angling) A single fishing line without a rod, but usually attached to a reel, held in the hands.
  • A firefighting hose held and directed by a team of people.

Etymology

Compound from English hand (style of penmanship, handwriting) + English line (figure, stated positions of a political religious group).

Origin

English

line

Gloss

figure, stated positions of a political religious group

Kanji

姿

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