handheld
adjective
hand·held
ˈhan(d)-ˌheld 
-ˈheld
: held in the hand
especially
: designed to be operated while being held in the hand
handheld computers
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Those seeking a more quintessential American flavor can opt for the Braided Apple Pie, a handheld pastry filled with soft-baked apples.
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Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 5 July 2025
Get a jump on Prime Day savings with the best-selling Apple AirPods Pro for under $200, a fashionable and functional pair of New Balance sneakers, and a nifty handheld vacuum that’s a jaw-dropping 80 percent off.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 5 July 2025
Each model poses challenges, but creating a long, unbroken strand or ribbon can involve a learning curve, especially with a handheld model.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 4 July 2025
And both fashion and beauty brands are getting in on the trend this summer with their own stylish takes on handheld fans — from raffia to foldable wooden and paper designs.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
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Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 5 July 2025
Get a jump on Prime Day savings with the best-selling Apple AirPods Pro for under $200, a fashionable and functional pair of New Balance sneakers, and a nifty handheld vacuum that’s a jaw-dropping 80 percent off.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 5 July 2025
Each model poses challenges, but creating a long, unbroken strand or ribbon can involve a learning curve, especially with a handheld model.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 4 July 2025
And both fashion and beauty brands are getting in on the trend this summer with their own stylish takes on handheld fans — from raffia to foldable wooden and paper designs.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
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“Handheld.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handheld. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.
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handheld
adjective
hand·held
-ˌheld
: held in the hand
especially
: designed to be used while being held in the hand
a handheld computer
handheld
noun
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