The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
A familiar, invented name for a person or thing used instead of the actual name of the person or thing, often based on some noteworthy characteristic.
"The Big Apple" is a common nickname for New York City.
An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.
A familiar, shortened or diminutive name for a person or thing.
My name is Jonathan, but I go by my nickname, Johnny.
(gambling) The gross amount of wagering within a given period of time or for a given event at one of more establishments.
The daily handle of a Las Vegas casino is typically millions of dollars.
(transitive) To give a nickname to (a person or thing).
Gerald, nicknamed "Jerry", was usually a very cheerful person.
(textiles) The tactile qualities of a fabric, e.g., softness, firmness, elasticity, fineness, resilience, and other qualities perceived by touch.
a familiar name for a person (often a shortened version of a person's given name);
Joe's mother would not use his nickname and always called him Joseph
Henry's nickname was Slim
(slang) A name, nickname or pseudonym.
a descriptive name for a place or thing;
the nickname for the U.S. Constitution is `Old Ironsides'
(slang) A title attached to one's name, such as Doctor or Colonel.
The successful businessman was knighted and acquired a handle to his name.
give a nickname to
(computing) A reference to an object or structure that can be stored in a variable.
This article describes how to find the module name from the window handle.
A 10 fluid ounce (285 mL) glass of beer.
(US) A half-gallon (1.75-liter) bottle of alcohol.
A point, an extremity of land.
the Handle of the Sug in Newfoundland
(topology) A topological space homeomorphic to a ball but viewed as a product of two lower-dimensional balls.
(algebraic geometry) The smooth, irreducible subcurve of a comb which connects to each of the other components in exactly one point.
(transitive) To touch; to feel or hold with the hand(s).
To accustom to the hand; to take care of with the hands.
(transitive) To manage, use, or wield with the hands.
(transitive) To manage, control, or direct.
(transitive) To treat, to deal with (in a specified way).
she handled the news with grace
the Persians handled the French ambassador shamefully
(transitive) To deal with (a subject, argument, topic, or theme) in speaking, in writing, or in art.
(transitive) To receive and transfer; to have pass through one's hands; hence, to buy and sell.
a merchant handles a variety of goods, or a large stock
To be concerned with; to be an expert in.
(transitive) To put up with; to endure (and continue to function).
I can't handle this hot weather.
(intransitive) To use the hands.
To illegally touch the ball with the hand or arm; to commit handball.
(intransitive) To behave in a particular way when handled (managed, controlled, directed).
the car handles well
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
deal with 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
show and train;
The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott
