Was Close at Hand?

1. Nearby; physically within one's reach. Your mother will need you close at hand to help as she makes the big dinner. I always keep a glass of water close at hand when I sleep, because I hate waking up thirsty.

Which is correct on hand or at hand?

At hand seems to me as if you have something in reach. On hand is if you have something in stock. And in hand can be used as if you have more time at your disposal.

What does the phrase at hand mean?

phrase. If something is at hand, near at hand, or close at hand, it is very near in place or time. Having the right equipment at hand will be enormously helpful. Synonyms: approaching, near, imminent, just round the corner More Synonyms of at hand.