Word details
手を出す
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 手を出す.
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Entry
1
to turn one's hand to; to reach out one's hand
Examples
窓から手を出さないで。
Don't stick your hand out of the window.
2
Idiomatic expression
to get involved in; to make a move on
Examples
あらゆる職業に手を出す者は何の熟練工にもなれない。
Jack of all trades is master of none.
3
Idiomatic expression
to strike; to beat; to hit
Examples
だが、組み手で手を出さないのは優しさではない！！
However not attacking your partner in sparring is not a kindness!
4
Idiomatic expression
to steal; to rob; to take
5
Idiomatic expression
to seduce (a woman); to lay hands on
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