• noun:   the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it

  Example: "He grabbed the hammer by the handle"

• verb:   touch, lift, or hold with the hands

  Example: "Don't handle the merchandise"

• verb:   show and train

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

• verb:   interact in a certain way

  Example: "Handle the press reporters gently"

• verb:   handle effectively
• verb:   deal with verbally or in some form of artistic expression
• verb:   be in charge of, act on, or dispose of

  Example: "This blender can't handle nuts"

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