nounπShareThe part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved."The handles on the suitcase made it easy to carry. "partutensilitemthingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.""The politician used the recent scandal as handles to attack his opponent during the debate." "utensildeviceChat 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."amountbusinessfinancestatisticseconomybetChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe tactile qualities of a fabric, e.g., softness, firmness, elasticity, fineness, resilience, and other qualities perceived by touch."The handles of the silk scarf were incredibly smooth and luxurious, a stark contrast to the rough handles of the burlap bag. "materialqualitysensationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA name, nickname or pseudonym."My sister's favorite handle is "Lily." "languagecommunicationinternetmediawordwritingcharacterChat 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."titlepersoncommunicationChat 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."computingChat 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.)"After a long day working in the Northern Territory, I like to relax with a couple of handles at the pub. "drinkfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA half-gallon (1.75-liter) bottle of alcohol. (Called a sixty in Canada.)""My older brother sometimes buys handles of vodka for parties, but I prefer to stick to beer." "drinkamountChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA point, an extremity of land."the Handle of the Sug in Newfoundland"geographypointChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA topological space homeomorphic to a ball but viewed as a product of two lower-dimensional balls."To visualize the complex shape of the building's new addition, the architect described it as being constructed from several "handles" β think of each as a squashed ball formed by multiplying two smaller balls together. "mathspacestructureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe smooth, irreducible subcurve of a comb which connects to each of the other components in exactly one point."While observing the complex comb-like structure formed by the microscopic arrangement of carbon nanotubes, the researcher identified the handles that smoothly connected each individual tube to the rest of the network. "mathpartstructureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo touch; to feel or hold with the hand(s)."The museum guard asked us not to touch or handle the ancient artifacts. "actionsensationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo accustom to the hand; to take care of with the hands."The zookeeper carefully handles the baby birds, feeding them tiny pieces of fruit. "actionworkabilityhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo manage, use, or wield with the hands."She carefully handles the fragile teacup. "actionabilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo manage, control, or direct."She handles all the customer complaints with patience. "abilityactionbusinessjoborganizationprocesssystemworkChat 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"actionwayabilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo deal with (a subject, argument, topic, or theme) in speaking, in writing, or in art."The teacher handled the difficult topic of fractions by using clear examples. "languagewritingcommunicationChat 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"businesscommercejobChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo be concerned with; to be an expert in.""My sister handles all the finances for our family business." "jobbusinessworkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo put up with; to endure (and continue to function).""Even though the job is stressful, she handles it well." "abilityactionfunctionattitudeworkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo use the hands."The chef handles the hot peppers carefully to avoid burning his hands. "actionbodyabilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo illegally touch the ball with the hand or arm; to commit handball."The referee blew his whistle when the player handles the ball in the penalty area. "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo behave in a particular way when handled (managed, controlled, directed)."the car handles well"attitudeactionwayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading