handles


handles

slang An accumulation of fat around one's midsection. A shortening of "love handles." I need to go back to the gym and start working out again if I want to lose these handles in time for the wedding.See also: handle

handle

1. n. a person’s name or nickname. (Western jargon and then citizens band radio.) My handle is Goober. You can call me Goob. 2. n. a way of dealing with something; a grasp of a problem. As soon as I get a handle on this Wilson matter, I’ll give you a buzz.

handles

verbSee love handlesSee also: handle

handle (oneself)

1. To conduct oneself in a specified manner: handled herself well in the interview.2. To be able to defend oneself or fend for oneself: Don't worry about me. I can handle myself.