handling Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something
   
2. noun the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means
   manipulation.
   
3. noun the management of someone or something
   treatment.
   
   • the handling of prisoners
   • the treatment of water sewage
   • the right to equal treatment in the criminal justice system
4. verb be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
   manage; handle; deal; care.
   
   • I can deal with this crew of workers
   • This blender can't handle nuts
   • She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old
5. verb interact in a certain way
   do by; handle; treat.
   
   • Do right by her
   • Treat him with caution, please
   • Handle the press reporters gently
6. verb act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
   plow; handle; deal; cover; treat; address.
   
   • This book deals with incest
   • The course covered all of Western Civilization
   • The new book treats the history of China
7. verb touch, lift, or hold with the hands
   palm; handle.
   
   • Don't handle the merchandise
8. verb handle effectively
   handle; manage; wield.
   
   • The burglar wielded an axe
   • The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well
9. verb show and train
   handle.
   
   • The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott

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