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Definition: To give a handle
Handle
\Han"dle\, n. [AS. handle. See
Hand.]
1. That part of vessels, instruments, etc., which is held in
the hand when used or moved, as the haft of a sword, the
knob of a door, the bail of a kettle, etc.
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2. That of which use is made; the instrument for effecting a
purpose; a tool. --South.
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To give a handle, to furnish an occasion or means.
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