Word
handling
Phoneticshan·dling
US/ˈhændəɫɪŋ/
UK/hˈændlɪŋ/
Definitions
01physical touch or moving
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of touching, holding, or moving something with your hands.
n. the physical act of touching, manipulating, or transporting an object with the hands.
日本語:取り扱い※
“The box was marked 'Fragile' to ensure careful handling during the move.”
“Improper handling of the delicate laboratory equipment resulted in a series of hairline fractures that compromised the entire experiment.”
Usage
Often used regarding fragile items or food safety.
Synonyms
02vehicle control
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the way a car or bicycle responds to the person driving or riding it.
n. the responsive characteristics of a vehicle in terms of steering, stability, and cornering.
日本語:操縦※
“The new sports car has excellent handling on wet roads.”
“The driver praised the car's responsive handling, noting how effortlessly it maintained its line through the sharpest hairpins of the mountain pass.”
Synonyms
03managing a situation
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the way someone deals with a difficult situation or person.
n. the management or treatment of a specific situation, person, or problem.
日本語:対応※
“The manager's handling of the customer's complaint was very professional.”
“The government's handling of the economic crisis was met with widespread criticism from both the public and the financial sector.”
Synonyms
04artistic style
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Art Formal
n. the way an artist uses a brush or tool to create a specific look.
n. the specific manner or style in which an artist applies paint or uses a tool.
“The painter is famous for his rough handling of the oil paint.”
“The critic noted that the artist's bold handling of the brush gave the portrait a sense of raw energy that was lacking in his earlier works.”
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “handling” in context.
Verb
01. criticize the handling
“The opposition party was quick to criticize the government's handling of the economic recovery.”
verb + noun
02. improve the handling
“Engineers modified the suspension system to improve the handling of the new vehicle model.”
verb + noun
Adjective
03. expert handling
“The crisis required the expert handling of a seasoned diplomat to avoid further escalation.”
adj + noun
04. rough handling
“The delicate equipment was damaged during transit due to rough handling by the couriers.”
adj + noun
05. superb handling
“The sports car is renowned for its superb handling on tight, winding mountain roads.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. handling charges
“Please note that shipping and handling charges are not included in the initial price tag.”
noun + noun
07. handling of the situation
“Her calm handling of the situation prevented the argument from turning into a physical fight.”
noun + of + noun
Preposition
08. during the handling
“Protective gloves must be worn at all times during the handling of hazardous chemicals.”
prep + noun
Real-World Examples
“Following a crisis meeting in Morocco last week, FIFA apologised to its 211 member associations for mistakes in the handling of the proposal and said its leadership had full support for Infantino.” “US Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called for Hegseth to be removed from his position over his handling of the aircraft carrier.” “It’s been rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5 with different vehicle handling and more overwrought cutscenes.” Etymology
From Middle English handlinge, hondlunge, from Old English handlung (“handling”), equivalent to handle + -ing. Cognate with Dutch handeling (“trade, operation, action”), German Handlung (“act, action”), Swedish handling (“act, deed, action”).
From handle.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
VERB
NOUN
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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