handle

noun

  1. 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

    it was an old briefcase but it still had a good grip

verb

  1. 1

    act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

    This book deals with incest

    The course covered all of Western Civilization

  2. 2

    touch, lift, or hold with the hands

    Don't handle the merchandise

  3. 3

    handle effectively

    The burglar wielded an axe

    The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well

  4. 4

    show and train

    The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott

  5. 5

    be in charge of, act on, or dispose of

    I can deal with this crew of workers

    This blender can't handle nuts

  6. 6

    interact in a certain way

    Do right by her

    Treat him with caution, please

Synonyms

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