handle

noun
UK: /ˈhændl/
US: /ˈhændl/

  1. The part of something that you use to hold or control it

    1. The handle of the door was cold. [ ] [ ]
    2. This suitcase has a sturdy handle for easy carrying through a busy airport. [ ] [ ]

  2. A way of understanding or dealing with something

    1. I don't know how to put a handle to that. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company has a good handle on the latest marketing trends which helps them. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

manage knob grip deal with control
handle verb

  1. To deal with or be responsible for someone or something

    1. I can handle this. [ ] [ ]
    2. She's very good at handling difficult clients and resolving complex issues. [ ] [ ]

  2. To touch, feel, or hold something

    1. Don't handle the glasses. [ ] [ ]
    2. Please handle the fragile items with care so nothing gets broken accidentally. [ ] [ ]
handle noun

  1. An internet user name

    1. My handle is 'CoolCat'. [ ] [ ]
    2. What's your social media handle so I can follow your exciting adventures online? [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "handle" in English means: The part of something that you use to hold or control it, A way of understanding or dealing with something.

The phonetic transcription of "handle" is /ˈhændl/ in British English and /ˈhændl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "handle": manage, knob, grip, deal with, control.

Example usage of "handle": "The handle of the door was cold.". More examples on the page.