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According to WordNet, the verb "handle" has 6 sense(s).

201224415 handle effectively; "The burglar wielded an axe"; "The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well".

202436349 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".

202514187 interact in a certain way; "Do right by her"; "Treat him with caution, please"; "Handle the press reporters gently".

201033527 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".

201804414 show and train; "The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs. Priscilla Prescott".

201210737 touch, lift, or hold with the hands; "Don't handle the merchandise".


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