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Definition at arm’s length in British English

at arm’s length phrase

phrase
1

held away from your body with your arm stretched out straight

Example

He held the baby out at arm's length.

Synonyms and related words
distant far apart
2

in a situation where you avoid dealing with or becoming involved with someone else

Example

Sheryl's unfriendly manner kept most people at arm's length.

Definition at arm’s length in British English