Definitions

1. noun

a person who is in charge of a particular department or activity, or a person who handles something such as a telephone call or a problem

“The customer service handler was able to resolve the issue quickly.”

2. noun

an implement or device that is used to hold or guide something, such as a grip or a bracket

“The handle of the hammer was worn smooth.”

3. verb

to handle or deal with a situation or problem

“The manager had to handle the difficult employee.”

4. verb

to train or break in an animal, especially a horse

“The rider had to handle the young stallion with care.”

5. verb

to grasp or take hold of something, especially with the hands

“The swimmer had to handle the rope to secure herself to the boat.”