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The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved. / An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.

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Source Word

handle

IPA(Pronunciation)

/ˈhæn.dl̩/

Noun

slang Australia New-Zealand US rare

The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved. / An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.

Japanese Meaning

取っ手：物を持ったり操作したりするために用いられる部分 / 道具、手段：目的を果たすために使われる器具や手段

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She wiped the muddy handle before lifting the suitcase onto the table.

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彼女はスーツケースをテーブルに持ち上げる前に汚れた取っ手を拭いた。

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The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.

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Sense（2）

An instrument for effecting a purpose (either literally or figuratively); a tool, or an opportunity or pretext.

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Sense（3）

For a casino table game,the handle is difficult to determine, as it consists of all the bets made in every game, whether by chip or by cash play.

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Sense（4）

(textiles) The tactile qualities of a fabric, e.g., softness, firmness, elasticity, fineness, resilience, and other qualities perceived by touch.

Sense（5）

(slang) A name, nickname or pseudonym.

We sat together at the restaurant and asked him about his handle (CB name).

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Sense（6）

(slang) A title attached to one's name, such as Doctor or Colonel.

The successful businessman was knighted and acquired a handle to his name.

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Sense（7）

(computing) A reference to an object or structure that can be stored in a variable.

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Sense（8）

(Australia, chiefly Northern Territory, New Zealand) A 10 fluid ounce (285 mL) glass of beer.

A shudder passes over him and he orders another handle of beer.

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Sense（9）

(US) A half-gallon (1.75-liter) bottle of alcohol.

Josh bought a fifth of Evan Williams for Andrew as a token of gratitude and Ray, because of the financial constraints, purchased the cheapest handle of whiskey he could find: Heaven Hill.

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