1. the part of an object designed to be held or gripped by the hand

1. to touch, hold, or move something with the hands
2. to deal with or manage a situation or problem
3. to control or be in charge of something

Examples

• The door handle was broken and wouldn’t turn.
• Please handle the glassware carefully.
• She knows how to handle difficult customers.
• The manager handles all the scheduling.
• Turn the handle clockwise to open the valve.
• Can you handle this project by yourself?
• The pot has a wooden handle to prevent burns.