Word Type

Adjective

Noun

Adjective

Proper Noun

The word "handy" can be used as adjective, noun, adjective and proper noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

handicam handily handiman handiness handiwoman handwriting on the wall handyish handyman handyperson handywoman unhandy

Derived From

hand

Context

slang vulgar

Related Terms

handie handsies

Related Terms

dexterous dwt hand job handysize nearby skilful useful

Similar Terms

accessible adroit adroit useful useful utile

Synonym Network

ready to hand william christopher handy

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