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Phrase(s): put one’s hands on
someone, something, or an animal and lay one’s hands on someone, something, or an animal • He put his hands on the sick woman and proclaimed her cured. This act of faith healing failed, alas. • He laid his hands on the dog and gently felt for broken bones. 2. Fig. to locate and get hold of someone or something. • As soon as I can lay my hands on him, I’ll get him right over here. • I am trying to put my hands on the book you suggested. 3. Fig. to get hold of someone or an animal with punishment or harm as a goal. • Just wait till I put my hands on you! • When I lay my hands on Ken, he will be sorry he ever lied to me.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs