two–handed

adjective two–hand·ed \ˈtü-ˈhan-dəd\

: using or needing both hands

: needing two people

Full Definition of TWO-HANDED

: used with both hands <a two–handed sword>

: requiring two persons <a two–handed saw>

archaic : stout, strong

a : having two hands

b : efficient with either hand

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15th century

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