Main entry: handgrip, handle, grip, hold
Definition: the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
Usage: he grabbed the hammer by the handle; it was an old briefcase but it still had a good grip
Main entry: cover, deal, address, plow, handle, treat
Definition: act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
Usage: This book deals with incest; The course covered all of Western Civilization; The new book treats the history of China
Definition: touch, lift, or hold with the hands
Usage: Don't handle the merchandise
Main entry: handle, wield, manage
Definition: handle effectively
Usage: The burglar wielded an axe; The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well
Main entry: handle
Definition: show and train
Usage: The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott
Main entry: deal, handle, manage, care
Definition: be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
Usage: I can deal with this crew of workers; This blender can't handle nuts; She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old
Main entry: do by, treat, handle
Definition: interact in a certain way
Usage: Do right by her; Treat him with caution, please; Handle the press reporters gently