Dictionary Entry
handy
handy is a 5-letter English word with 8 senses as noun and adjective in the JumbleFix dictionary. One common meaning is: Performed by the hand. Face value is 12 in Scrabble and 11 in Words With Friends. Use the entries below when you need a playable sense, a nearby word, or another arrangement of the same letters.
5 letters · Scrabble 12 · Words With Friends 11 · 8 senses
Definitions
- 1superlative
Performed by the hand.
- 2superlative
Skillful in using the hand; dexterous; ready; adroit.
- 3superlative
Ready to the hand; near; also, suited to the use of the hand; convenient; valuable for reference or use; as, my tools are handy; a handy volume.
- 4superlative
Easily managed; obedient to the helm; -- said of a vessel.
- 5noun
United States blues musician who transcribed and published traditional blues music (1873-1958)
- 6adjective
easy to reach
"found a handy spot for the can opener"
- 7adjective
skillful with the hands
"handy with an axe"
- 8adjective
easy to use
"a handy gadget"
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