handle — the part of an object designed to be held in order to use or move it
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the part of an object designed to be held in order to use or move it
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhændəl/
Example Sentences
- My mom can handle five crying babies and still make dinner - she's basically a superhero.
- The suitcase handle broke right when I was rushing to catch my flight.
- I thought I could handle spicy food until I tried Korean fire noodles.
handle
NOUN[/ˈhændəl/]
the part of an object designed to be held in order to use or move it
the part of an object designed to be held in order to use or move it
The candle handle reveals the scandal!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'handle' derives from Old English 'handle', combining the noun 'hand' (the body part) with the verbal suffix '-le', which was used to form frequentative or iterative verbs. Originally meaning 'to touch or hold with the hand', the term has expanded to encompass various meanings including managing, dealing with, and the grip of an object.
Breakdown
hand (the body part used to grasp) + -le (Old English verbal suffix forming actions performed with or by means of something).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom can handle five crying babies and still make dinner - she's basically a superhero.”
“The suitcase handle broke right when I was rushing to catch my flight.”
“I thought I could handle spicy food until I tried Korean fire noodles.”
“Please handle this package gently - it contains my grandmother's precious china.”
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