Pronunciation: /ˈhændəl/
noun a part of something that is designed to be held by your hand
A1 She struggled to hold the handle of the heavy suitcase.
A2 The cup slipped from her hand as she tried to grab the handle.
B1 Make sure to always use the handle when carrying the pot.
B2 The briefcase had a sturdy handle for easy transportation.
C1 The handle of the door was made of brass and beautifully crafted.
C2 The sword's handle was intricately designed with precious gems.
verb to touch, hold, or move something with your hands
A1 I can handle the small dog without any problems.
A2 She needs help to handle the heavy boxes.
B1 It is important to handle delicate items with care.
B2 The manager must handle customer complaints professionally.
C1 He has the experience to handle complex projects effectively.
C2 The CEO is able to handle high-pressure situations with ease.
formal She carefully grasped the handle of the teapot and poured the hot water into the cup.
informal Can you please help me carry this box? It's too heavy for me to handle alone.
slang I can handle the pressure, no problem.
figurative He knew he had to handle the situation delicately to avoid any conflict.
handled
handles
more capable
most capable
handle
will handle
have handled
is handling
handle
capable
to handle
handling
handling