1. past tense and past participle of handle; to touch, hold, or move with the hands
2. past tense and past participle of handle; to deal with or manage a situation
3. past tense and past participle of handle; to control or operate something

1. having a handle or handles

Examples

• She handled the fragile vase very carefully.
• The manager handled the customer complaint professionally.
• He handled the car expertly on the winding road.
• The crisis was handled poorly by the administration.
• The handled basket was easier to carry than the other one.
• All packages must be handled with care during shipping.
• The situation was handled quickly and efficiently.