handle
noun
1. the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
- he grabbed the hammer by the handle
Similar word(s): grip, handgrip, hold
Definition categories: man–made, appendage
Sentences with handle as a noun:
- The daily handle of a Las Vegas casino is typically millions of dollars.
- This article describes how to find the module name from the window handle.
- the Handle of the Sug in Newfoundland
verb
1. be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
- This blender can't handle nuts
Similar word(s): care, deal, manage
Definition categories: social, command, control
2. interact in a certain way
- Handle the press reporters gently
Similar word(s): treat
Definition categories: social, interact
3. act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
Similar word(s): address, cover, deal, plow, treat
Definition categories: communication, broach, initiate
4. touch, lift, or hold with the hands
- Don't handle the merchandise
Similar word(s): palm
Definition categories: contact, touch
5. handle effectively
Similar word(s): manage, wield
Definition categories: contact, manipulate
6. show and train
- The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott
Definition categories: emotion, control, manipulate
Sentences with handle as a verb:
- she handled the news with grace, the Persians handled the French ambassador shamefully
- a merchant handles a variety of goods, or a large stock
- I can't handle this hot weather.
- the car handles well