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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a hand held" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is designed to be held in the hand, often referring to devices or tools.
Example: "The new smartphone features a hand held design that makes it easy to use on the go."
Alternatives: "portable device" or "handheld item".
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— Nostranditmas, Brooklyn A hand held stapler.
An arm around a shoulder, a hand held, prayers said.
The force was applied with a hand held spring scale.
The zero position was confirmed with a hand held goniometer.
A lid speculum was inserted and the ciliary body was identified using a hand held transilluminator.
Samples were then homogenized using 30 strokes in a hand held dounce homogenizer.
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It is a hand-held dish.
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