Used in the hand. Cf. handy, adj. 2c. rare.

Of a machine, tool, device, etc.: used or worked with the hand or hands; operated by hand or physically, esp. as opposed to automatically or with…

Operated by hand as opposed to mechanically or automatically; manual.

Of a lock or other door fitting: suitable for use on a door opening either to the right or to the left, but not both; (of a tool) designed to be…