Handling
'hændlɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsTo manage, control, or deal with something.
'hændlɪŋ
To deal with or manage something.
The team is handling the project with expertise.
💡 Simply: It's like when you're taking care of something or figuring out what to do with it. Like when you're handling a problem at school or handling your pet dog.
👶 For kids: To take care of something, like holding it or playing with it.
More Examples
The lawyer is handling the case.
He is handling the delicate situation with care.
How It's Used
"The company is handling the customer complaints efficiently."
"She's handling the situation with grace and composure."
The act of dealing with something or the way in which something is dealt with.
'hændlɪŋ
The way in which someone deals with or manages something.
The company's handling of the crisis was widely criticized.
💡 Simply: It's how you deal with something. For example, the handling of a problem in a team.
👶 For kids: How you hold or play with something.
More Examples
The car has excellent handling.
The handling of the situation by the authorities was swift.
How It's Used
"The efficient handling of customer inquiries is essential for success."
"The car's handling is excellent on winding roads."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
can't handle something
Unable to cope with or manage a task, situation, or emotion.
"I can't handle the pressure of the job."
From Middle English *handelen*, from Old English *handlian* (“to handle, feel with the hand”), from *hand* + *-lian* (infinitival suffix).
The term 'handling' has been used since the 14th century, initially referring to the physical act of using one's hands.
Memory tip
Imagine you are holding a steering wheel; you are handling the car.
Word Origin
"The part of the body at the end of the arm, used for grasping."