handle (EN)

verb, noun

verb “handle”

1. to deal with a situation, person, job, or feeling
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   She knew how to handle difficult situations with a smile.
2. to endure; to put up with
   She couldn't handle the stress of her new job.
3. to touch, feel, or hold something using your hands
   The museum guide asked us not to handle the ancient artifacts.
4. to operate or control (a vehicle, riding animal or tool)
   She learned how to handle the car with confidence.
5. (intransitive) to perform in a certain way when being operated
   This bike handles smoothly on rough roads.
6. to be involved in the buying or selling of items
   The shop was shut down for handling counterfeit products.

noun “handle”

1. the part of a door, window, etc., that you move to open it
   He grabbed the handle and pulled the drawer open.
2. the part of an object designed for you to hold or carry it
   She grabbed the handle of the suitcase and lifted it into the car.
3. a name someone uses to identify themselves on social media or online forums
   My Instagram handle is @jakubmarian.