(definition) by Webster 1913 Tue Dec 21 1999 at 22:01:24

Back"hand`ed, a.

1.

With the hand turned backward; as, a backhanded blow.

2.

Indirect; awkward; insincere; sarcastic; as, a backhanded compliment.

3.

Turned back, or inclining to the left; as, a backhanded letters.

 

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