(occultism) A path through life that values the advancement and preservation of the self and the pursuit of terrestrial goals, rather than the worship of intangible deities.

(occultism) A path through life that focuses on deities or divinity rather than the terrestrial.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see free, hand. / (idiomatic) free rein

plural of back-handed compliment

(idiomatic) To request benefits, especially monetary ones and especially if not entitled to them.

plural of sleight of hand

A card game, similar to canasta, using two packs of cards.

Alternative form of at the hands of.

(military, archaic) To turn a horse around; especially, when exercising in a circle, to cross the center and resume circling in the other direction.

plural of hand tool