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handling

han·dling [ hándling ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. way somebody handles something: the way in which somebody handles or deals with something
The report criticized his handling of the affair.

2. treatment: the way in which a subject is treated or dealt with in a written work or other work of art

3. something's response: the way in which something responds to control or use
the car's excellent handling

4. use of hands to do something: the act of touching, moving, or operating something with the hands
baggage handling

5. coping with somebody or something: the act of dealing with something, or of managing or supervising somebody

6. commerce transportation and packaging: the transportation and packaging of goods
The cost includes a charge for handling.

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