empty-handed

/ˌˈɛm(p)ti ˌhændəd/
/ɛmptiˈhændɪd/
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Definitions of empty-handed
  1. adjective
    carrying nothing in the hands
    synonyms:
    empty
    holding or containing nothing
  2. adjective
    having acquired or gained nothing
    synonyms: unrewarded
    unsuccessful
    not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome
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