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Definition handle in British English

handle noun

[countable] noun
/ˈhænd(ə)l/
1

the part of a door or window that you use for opening it

Example

She turned the handle and pushed the door open.

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1.1

the part of an object that you hold in your hand when you use it

Example

knives with plastic handles

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2

someone's name

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3

to control something

Example

It's wise to keep a handle on your emotions at work.

Definition handle in British English