nounπShareThe part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved."The coffee mug's handle is smooth and comfortable to hold. "partutensilitemdeviceessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext."The new software is a helpful handle for managing our school projects efficiently. "utilityitemthingpartessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe 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."amountbusinesseconomyfinancebetgameessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe tactile qualities of a fabric, e.g., softness, firmness, elasticity, fineness, resilience, and other qualities perceived by touch."The silk's soft handle made it a comfortable fabric for the new dress. "materialqualitysensationessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA name, nickname or pseudonym."My sister's handle on social media is "sparklystars." "languagecommunicationmediaessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA title attached to one's name, such as Doctor or Colonel."The successful businessman was knighted and acquired a handle to his name."titlecommunicationlanguageessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA 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."computingtechnologyessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA 10 fl oz (285 ml) glass of beer in the Northern Territory. (See also pot and middy for other regional variations.)"My uncle ordered a handle of beer at the pub. "drinkfoodcultureessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA half-gallon (1.75-liter) bottle of alcohol. (Called a sixty in Canada.)"My uncle brought a handle of whiskey to the family reunion. "drinkamountessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA point, an extremity of land."the Handle of the Sug in Newfoundland"geographypointessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA topological space homeomorphic to a ball but viewed as a product of two lower-dimensional balls."The mathematician described the shape of the soap bubble as a handle, a special type of three-dimensional space. "mathspacestructureessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe smooth, irreducible subcurve of a comb which connects to each of the other components in exactly one point."The handle of the hairbrush smoothly connects to each bristle in exactly one place. "mathstructureessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo touch; to feel or hold with the hand(s)."The student carefully handled the fragile glass model during the science experiment. "actionsensationhumanbodyessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo accustom to the hand; to take care of with the hands."The carpenter carefully handled the delicate wood, ensuring he didn't damage it. "actionjobworkabilityessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo manage, use, or wield with the hands."The chef carefully handled the hot knife to avoid burning himself. "actionabilityworkjobbusinesstechnicalessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo manage, control, or direct."The teacher handled the difficult class discussion with patience and skill. "businessjobabilityactionorganizationessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo treat, to deal with (in a specified way)."she handled the news with grace, the Persians handled the French ambassador shamefully"actionabilitywayprocessessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo deal with (a subject, argument, topic, or theme) in speaking, in writing, or in art."In her essay, she handled the topic of childhood obesity. "communicationlanguagewritingliteraturemediaessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo 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"businesscommerceeconomyjobessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be concerned with; to be an expert in."My teacher handles complex math problems very well. "abilityjobbusinessworkessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo put up with; to endure (and continue to function)."Despite the noisy construction outside, Sarah handled the distractions well and finished her essay. "attitudeabilitysituationessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo use the hands."The chef carefully handled the hot pan. "actionbodyfunctionessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo illegally touch the ball with the hand or arm; to commit handball."The player handled the ball during the game, getting a penalty for it. "sportessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo behave in a particular way when handled (managed, controlled, directed)."the car handles well"attitudeactionabilityessentialtoeicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading