Handled Definition & Meaning - Adjective

American

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Synonyms handled American [han-dld] / ˈhæn dld /

adjective

1. fitted with or having a handle or handles, especially of a specified kind (often used in combination).

   a handled pot; a long-handled knife.

Etymology

Origin of handled

First recorded in 1775–85; handle + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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These methods are common, but they have major limitations, including low efficiency, slow operation, limited capacity, and the buildup of additional contaminated waste that still has to be handled.

From Science Daily

The board’s professional staff kept up with administrative tasks but struggled to find workarounds for responsibilities handled by board members.

From Salon

Still, its vehicles had “successfully” handled over 7,000 dark traffic signals, it said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Going forward, Mr Irvine said he would like to see "a sensible discussion" about how inheritance tax should be handled long term.

From BBC

A chili spice blend gifted with a vintage handled bowl.

From Salon

Related Words

• directed
• managed
• organized

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