one-armed

Thân thiện

A one-armed man carries a bag of groceries.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Having only one arm: Describes a person, creature, or sometimes a figurative entity that possesses or uses only a single arm, as opposed to the typical two.

Usage

• The adjective one-armed is used attributively, meaning it typically comes directly before the noun it modifies (e.g., a one-armed man). It is a straightforward descriptive term.
• It is generally considered a neutral, factual descriptor. More respectful or person-first language (e.g., "a person with one arm") is often preferred in modern contexts when referring to individuals.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • The old sailor was a one-armed veteran of many sea battles.
  • He skillfully operated the machine with a one-armed technique.
  • In the story, the hero defeats a one-armed bandit.

Advanced Usage

• "one-armed bandit": A colloquial and historical term for a slot machine, referring to the single lever (arm) on its side used to operate it.
  • He spent all his coins on the one-armed bandit at the casino.

Variants and Related Words

• One-armed is a compound adjective. Its structure is "number" + "noun (armed)".
• Related descriptive compounds follow a similar pattern: , , .

Synonyms

• Single-armed: A less common, more literal synonym.
• Amputee (noun): A person who has had a limb amputated. This is a medical/identity term, not a direct adjective synonym.

Notes on Meaning

• The primary meaning is literal, describing a physical condition.
• It can be used metaphorically or humorously to describe something that is missing a part or is asymmetrical, though this is less common (e.g., "a one-armed robot").

Học thuật

Adjective

1. having one arm
   • a one-armed veteran