handler

noun

han·dler | \ ˈhan(d)-lər

How to pronounce handler (audio)

, ˈhan-dᵊl-ər \

Definition of handler

1 : one that handles something

2a : a person in immediate physical charge of an animal especially : a person who exhibits dogs at shows or field trials

b : a person who trains or acts as second for a boxer

c : a manager of a political or public figure or campaign

Examples of handler in a Sentence

a dog handler and breeder a politician and his handlers

Recent Examples on the Web Pakistan’s army, particularly its intelligence wing, would serve as the handler, host, and trainer. — New York Times, "Biden’s Afghan Pullout Is a Victory for Pakistan. But at What Cost?," 15 Apr. 2021 Tippett’s handler, Sergeant Gregory Keane, said the dog died Friday at home after a brief illness, surrounded by Keane’s family and his favorite toys. — BostonGlobe.com, "State Police mourn Tippett, K-9 who served nearly nine years," 11 Apr. 2021 As punishment, Loki is enlisted by his TVA handler, Mobius M. Mobius (played by Owen Wilson) to help fix the fracture. — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, "Tom Hiddleston Gets the Bureaucratic Book Thrown at Him in New ‘Loki’ Trailer," 5 Apr. 2021 The agency said that tipsters who report to the FCA will have a dedicated case handler, who can address their concerns and provide optional regular updates throughout the investigation. — Mengqi Sun, WSJ, "U.K. Financial Regulator Pushes for More Whistleblowing," 26 Mar. 2021 The dog’s handler, who was off-duty, informed a Canine Unit supervisor of the incident. — oregonlive, "Portland police dog removed from service amid investigation after biting 2 people," 15 Mar. 2021 John Weisert, 74, who went by his middle name, Steve, had worked part-time as a package handler for about four years at FedEx. — Lawrence Andrea, USA TODAY, "FedEx shooting: Who were the Indianapolis victims, suspect? Why didn't state 'red flag' law stop attack? What we know.," 19 Apr. 2021 His final job was as a package handler at FedEx in Indianapolis. — Anchorage Daily News, "The lives lost in the FedEx shooting in Indianapolis," 18 Apr. 2021 Weisert was a part-time package handler at FedEx and worked the evening shift, according to his son. — BostonGlobe.com, "What we know so far about the victims of the Indianapolis shooting," 17 Apr. 2021

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“Handler.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handler. Accessed 16 May. 2021.

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handler

noun

English Language Learners Definition of handler

: a person who trains or controls an animal

: a person who carries or handles something

chiefly US : a person who guides, helps, or manages a political or public figure

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