handier; handiest
1
a
: conveniently near
keeps his dictionary handy
b
: convenient for use
a handy little tool
The extra batteries came in handy during the blackout.
c
of a ship
: easily handled
2
: clever in using the hands especially in a variety of useful ways
handy with a hammer as well as with a paintbrush
handiness
noun
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Anthony Wood, Space.com, 2 Jan. 2026
That's where a pair of jumper cables comes in handy.
—Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
Not only that, but most are easily applicable for our own homes and serve as handy tricks for keeping our living spaces sparkling clean.
—Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
Mavoter Bamboo Over-the-Stove Shelf Banish countertop clutter with the help of this handy shelf, which sits snugly on top of your stove.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025
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“Handy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handy. Accessed 4 Jan. 2026.
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