close at hand
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
The word 'close' comes from the Old French word 'clos' meaning 'enclosed'. 'At hand' means 'within reach'.
مثال
- The grocery store is close at hand, so we can walk there.
- I always keep a first aid kit close at hand in case of emergencies.
- The solution to the problem is close at hand; we just need to think creatively.
ترکیبهای رایج
Keep close at hand Have close at hand Keep something close at hand
تعریف انگلیسی
adjective
- close in space; within reach “the town is close at hand”
- close in time; about to occur “retribution is at hand” “some people believe the day of judgment is close at hand” “in imminent danger” “his impending retirement”