1. coming soon; almost here即將到來;為期不遠
The Midautumn Festival is at hand. 中秋節快要到了。
He wished more than ever to have his father at hand. 他比任何時候都希望父親就在他跟前。
2. easy to reach; nearby近在手邊;在近處
It is very convenient to have a dictionary at hand when reading. 閱讀時手頭有一本詞典是很方便的。
He lives close at hand. 他住得很近。