noun
barehanded; starting with nothing but one's own abilities
A yojijukugo describing a situation where one has no weapons, wealth, or connections to rely on, and must depend solely on one's own resourcefulness. Often used when embarking on a new venture or challenge.
彼は赤手空拳で事業を始めた。
He started his business with nothing but his own resourcefulness.
赤手空拳で都会に出てきた若者たち。
Young people who came to the city with nothing to rely on but themselves.