Unscramble handling

Definition of handling

noun:

• manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something.
• the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means. Synonyms: manipulation.
• the management of someone or something; "the handling of prisoners", "the treatment of water sewage", "the right to equal treatment in the criminal justice system". Synonyms: treatment.

verb:

• be in charge of, act on, or dispose of; "I can deal with this crew of workers", "This blender can't handle nuts", "She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old". Synonyms: care, deal, handle, manage.
• interact in a certain way; "Do right by her", "Treat him with caution, please", "Handle the press reporters gently". Synonyms: do by, handle, treat.
• act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression; "This book deals with incest", "The course covered all of Western Civilization", "The new book treats the history of China". Synonyms: address, cover, deal, handle, plow, treat.
• touch, lift, or hold with the hands; "Don't handle the merchandise". Synonyms: handle, palm.
• handle effectively; "The burglar wielded an axe", "The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well". Synonyms: handle, manage, wield.
• show and train; "The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott". Synonyms: handle.

Related words

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handline.