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