put (one's) hands up
put (one's) hands up
To raise one's hands to surrender, as to the police. Often used as an imperative. We have the building surrounded! Put your hands up and come out where we can see you! Video clearly shows the man putting his hands up slowly—and not reaching for a weapon as initially claimed.
See also: hand, put, up
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
put your hands up
raise your hands in surrender or to signify assent or participation.See also: hand, put, up
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- out of (one's) hands
- out of hands
- out of somebody's hands
- out of your hands
- put (one's) hands on (someone or something)
- put hands on
- stand on (one's) hands
- have (one's) hands on (something)
- be good with (one's) hands
- be good with your hands