Handy

/ˈhæn.di/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Convenient to handle; useful.

The toolbox is handy for fixing things around the house.

Easily accessible or available.

He always keeps a handy flashlight in his car for emergencies.

Skillful with the hands; adept at manual tasks.

She is quite handy and can repair almost anything.

Close at hand; nearby.

Make sure you have some handy resources ready before starting the project.

Middle English 'handy' meaning 'of or belonging to the hand'.

handy as a pocket on a shirt

Very useful.

handy-dandy

Convenient and useful, especially in a practical way.

handyman

A person skilled at a wide range of repairs, typically around the home.

handle

To manage or control.