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handling
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handling

noun

Definition of HANDLING

1
a : the action of one that handles something
b : a process by which something is handled in a commercial transaction; especially : the packaging and shipping of an object or material (as to a consumer)
2
: the manner in which something is treated (as in a musical, literary, or art work)
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Examples of HANDLING

  1. These items require careful handling.
  2. There are additional charges for shipping and handling.
  3. The car's handling was smooth.

First Known Use of HANDLING

before 12th century

Related to HANDLING

Synonyms
administration, care, charge, control, direction, governance, government, guidance, conduct, intendance, management, operation, oversight, presidency, regulation, running, stewardship, superintendence, superintendency, supervision

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