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Meaning of 'handy' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Handy [ superl.]
- Performed by the hand.
- Skillful in using the hand; dexterous; ready; adroit.
- Ready to the hand; near; also, suited to the use of the hand; convenient; valuable for reference or use; as, my tools are handy; a handy volume.
- Easily managed; obedient to the helm; -- said of a vessel.

Meaning of 'handy' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . handy [ s]
Meaning (1):
- useful and convenient
Example in sentence:
  • a handy gadget
Meaning (2):
- easy to reach
Example in sentence:
  • found a handy spot for the can opener
Meaning (3):
- skillful with the hands
Example in sentence:
  • handy with an axe

Nearby Words:

han han sa han't hanap hanaper hance hanch hand hand flus hand staves

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