Definition of handle

noun (n)

• the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it (noun.artifact)

  Synonym: grip, handgrip, hold
  

  Example:
  He grabbed the hammer by the handle.
  

  source: wordnet30
• 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. (noun)

  source: webster1913

verb (v)

• be in charge of, act on, or dispose of (verb.social)

  Synonym: care, deal, manage
  

  Example:
  This blender can't handle nuts.
  

  source: wordnet30
• interact in a certain way (verb.social)

  Synonym: do by, treat
  

  Example:
  Handle the press reporters gently.
  

  source: wordnet30
• act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression (verb.communication)

  Synonym: address, cover, deal, plow, treat
  

  source: wordnet30
• touch, lift, or hold with the hands (verb.contact)

  Synonym: palm
  

  Example:
  Don't handle the merchandise.
  

  source: wordnet30
• handle effectively (verb.contact)

  Synonym: manage, wield
  

  source: wordnet30
• show and train (verb.emotion)

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

  source: wordnet30
• To touch; to feel with the hand; to use or hold with the hand. (verb)

  source: webster1913
• To use the hands. (verb)

  source: webster1913

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