one-handed

American  

[wuhn-han-did] / ˈwʌnˈhæn dɪd /

adjective

1. having or using only one hand.

   The left fielder made a one-handed catch of the fly ball.

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adverb

1. with one hand.

   to drive one-handed.

Etymology

Origin of one-handed

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Example Sentences

James had a thunderous one-handed dunk off a lob from Austin Reaves in transition with 7:42 remaining in the third quarter that put the Lakers up by 17 points.

From Los Angeles Times

Maggie fumbles one-handed for a light switch, but the screech of metal on metal opens a gap behind her, illuminating the concrete walls of the cellar.

From Literature

Salt's one-handed effort dismissed India's Ishan Kishan on 80 from 38 balls in the 16th over, after which Sunrisers were unable to kick on further on a flat pitch perfect for batting.

From BBC

Early in the second quarter, James gave the fans even more to cheer about, catching a high lob pass from Marcus Smart and throwing down a one-handed dunk to oohs and aahs.

From Los Angeles Times

San Antonio rookie forward Carter Bryant delivered a ball between the legs, one-handed slam for a perfect 50 points in his first finals dunk.

From Barron's