handle
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Definition of handle:
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"
be in charge of, act on, or dispose of; "I can deal with this crew of workers"; "This blender can't handle nuts"; "She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old" interact in a certain way; "Do right by her"; "Treat him with caution, please"; "Handle the press reporters gently" act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression; "This book deals with incest"; "The course covered all of Western Civilization"; "The new book treats the history of China" touch, lift, or hold with the hands; "Don't handle the merchandise" handle effectively; "The burglar wielded an axe"; "The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well" show and train; "The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott" |