long arm
The term "long arm" can describe a tool, influence, a type of firearm, a quilting machine, or a legal concept, depending on the context.
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Definition
B2General
(tool)A pole tool used to handle items that are out of reach.
Example
- She used a long arm to retrieve the book from the high shelf.
C1Idiomatic
(idiom)Far-reaching influence or power.
Example
- The long arm of the law finally caught up with the fugitive.
B2Firearms
(technical)A firearm with a long barrel, such as a rifle or shotgun.
Example
- He preferred using a long arm for hunting deer.
C1Crafts
(technical)A quilting machine that keeps fabric stationary while allowing the sewing mechanism to move over the fabric's surface.
Example
- She invested in a long arm to complete her quilting projects more efficiently.
C2Law
(legal)A statute permitting a court to exercise jurisdiction over a person not physically present within the court's area.
Example
- The long-arm statute allowed the court to summon the out-of-state defendant.
Similar
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