handle

Meanings

• the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
  • "he grabbed the hammer by the handle"
• be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
  • "This blender can't handle nuts"
• interact in a certain way
  • "Handle the press reporters gently"
• act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
• touch, lift, or hold with the hands
  • "Don't handle the merchandise"
• handle effectively
• show and train
  • "The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott"

Synonyms

address, care, cover, deal, do by, grip, handgrip, hold, manage, palm, plow, treat, wield