One who has the power of deciding or prescribing
without control; a ruler; a governor.
A person, or one of two or more persons, chosen by
parties who have a controversy, to determine their differences. See
Arbitration.
1. With the hand turned backward; as, a backhanded blow. 2. Indirect; awkward; insincere; sarcastic; as, a backhanded compliment. 3. Turned back, or inclining t...