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Words with a similar base: handling

'handling'

[handling.n.01] as in: manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something

'handling'

[handling.n.02] as in: the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means

'handling'

[treatment.n.02] as in: the management of someone or something

Examples:
the handling of prisoners
the treatment of water sewage
the right to equal treatment in the criminal justice system

'handling'

[manage.v.02] as in: be in charge of, act on, or dispose of

Examples:
I can deal with this crew of workers
This blender can't handle nuts
She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old

'handling'

[treat.v.01] as in: interact in a certain way

Examples:
Do right by her
Treat him with caution, please
Handle the press reporters gently

'handling'

[cover.v.05] as in: act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

Examples:
This book deals with incest
The course covered all of Western Civilization
The new book treats the history of China

'handling'

[handle.v.04] as in: touch, lift, or hold with the hands

Examples:
Don't handle the merchandise

'handling'

[wield.v.02] as in: handle effectively

Examples:
The burglar wielded an axe
The young violinist didn't manage her bow very well

'handling'

[handle.v.06] as in: show and train

Examples:
The prize-winning poodle was handled by Mrs.

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Origins

					handling (English)
├── handle (English)
│   ├── handel (Middle English (1100-1500))
│   └── handlen (Middle English (1100-1500))
│       └── handlian (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
└── handlinge (Middle English (1100-1500))