handle

Meaning of handle in English

Noun

1. the part of a tool, bag, or cup for holding or carrying it easily; haft

the handle of a knife
a round handle
The handle came off the umbrella.

2. an object that is attached to a door or window for opening and closing it; knob or pull

Verb

1. touch, hold, or move with your hands, as for looking at or weighing something

Don't handle my books on my desk.
"Handle with care."

2. treat with the hands

Don't handle a dog so roughly!

3. operate or with the hands; manipulate

The boy can handle a knife and work very well.
She handled the reins well.
The car handles well on difficult roads.

4. behave towards or deal with in a certain way; manage

She is very good at handling tricky situations.
I can't handle those children.
The teacher is good at handling pupils.
Don't handle a dog so roughly!
The opposition party leader was roughly handled by the mob.

5. buy and sell a particular product; deal in

The shop handles stationery.
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