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English to English noun
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the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it |  | Example: he grabbed the hammer by the handle
it was an old briefcase but it still had a good grip
source: wordnet30
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That part of vessels, instruments, etc., which is held in the hand when used or moved, as the haft of a sword, the knob of a door, the bail of a kettle, etc. | | source: webster1913 verb
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be in charge of, act on, or dispose of | | Example: I can deal with this crew of workers
This blender can't handle nuts
She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old
source: wordnet30
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interact in a certain way | | Example: Do right by her
Treat him with caution, please
Handle the press reporters gently
source: wordnet30
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act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression | | Example: This book deals with incest
The course covered all of Western Civilization
The new book treats the history of China
source: wordnet30
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touch, lift, or hold with the hands | | Example: Don't handle the merchandise
source: wordnet30
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handle effectively | | Example: The burglar wielded an axe
The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well
source: wordnet30
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show and train | | Example: The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott
source: wordnet30
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To touch; to feel with the hand; to use or hold with the hand. | | source: webster1913
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To use the hands. | | source: webster1913
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