handle

US /ˈhændl/

UK /'hændl/

A2

verb

  • To cope with or take responsibility for
  • To control a machine, car etc.
  • To control or be controlled /used in a certain way
  • To deal with a particular situation/person; manage
  • To buy, sell, or move materials or goods
  • To hold, control, or use something with the hands
  • To touch objects with the hands to look at them

noun

  • The part of a door you hold to open it
  • Thing you hold to carry or open a bag, pan etc.

Examples

You have to turn the handle and then pull it towards you. He tried the handle but the door was locked.

Garden tools can be hazardous if carelessly handled.