Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-your-hands
idiomatic expression
/ɒn jɔːr hændz/
Definition
In a situation where one has time available but is not engaged in activity.
Examples
- If you’re bored and have nothing to do, you might say you have too much time on your hands.
- After he retired, he found himself with a lot of time on his hands.
Meaning
The phrase ‘on your hands’ indicates that someone is left with free time that needs to be filled, often used when someone lacks activities or responsibilities.
Synonyms
- free time
- idle
- spare time
