one-armed
Definition
- 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").
Adjective
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having one arm
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a one-armed veteran
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