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handled
HANDLD
Handled (adj) means Fitted with a handle or handles. Example: “She poured the tea into a handled jug and carried it to the table.”
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Fitted with a handle or handles.
"She poured the tea into a handled jug and carried it to the table."
"The shop sells a handled basket that is perfect for picnics."
"The store sells handled and handle-free mugs."
"A rake is a long-handled toothed gardening tool."
How to use handled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes an object that has a handle attached.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “handled” mean?
The word “handled” means fitted with a handle or handles. In plain terms, describes an object that has a handle attached.
How do you pronounce “handled”?
“Handled” is pronounced HANDLD (/ˈhændl̩d/ in IPA).
How do you use “handled” in a sentence?
Here is “handled” used in a sentence: “The store sells handled and handle-free mugs.”
What part of speech is “handled”?
“Handled” is an adjective.
Is “handled” a common word?
“Handled” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between a "handled" and a "handleless" cup?
A "handled" cup is fitted with a handle to hold it by, while a "handleless" cup has none and is held around the body. The adjective "handled" simply indicates that a handle is present.
What do compound terms like "long-handled" and "two-handled" mean?
In these compounds, "handled" means fitted with a handle, and the first part describes it. "Long-handled" means having a long handle, as with certain brushes or tools, and "two-handled" means having two handles, as with some cups or trophies.
What is the difference between "handled" as an adjective and "handled" as a verb?
As an adjective, "handled" means fitted with a handle, as in "a handled basket." As a verb, "handled" is the past tense of "handle," meaning to have touched something or dealt with a situation, as in "she handled it well." The spelling is the same but the roles differ.
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