handle

(n) 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
handgrip, grip, hold,

(v) 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
manage, care, deal,
(v) interact in a certain way
- Do right by her
- Treat him with caution, please
- Handle the press reporters gently
do by, treat,
(v) 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
deal, plow, treat, cover, address,
(v) touch, lift, or hold with the hands
- Don't handle the merchandise
palm,
(v) handle effectively
- The burglar wielded an axe
- The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well
wield, manage,
(v) show and train
- The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott

manage care deal handgrip grip hold do by treat plow cover address palm wield

hands Handy

handed Handel

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