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Performed by the hand.

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  1. superl. Performed by the hand.
  2. superl. Skillful in using the hand; dexterous; ready; adroit.
  3. superl. Ready to the hand; near; also, suited to the use of the hand; convenient; valuable for reference or use; as, my tools are handy; a handy volume.
  4. superl. Easily managed; obedient to the helm; -- said of a vessel.
  5. adj. easy to reach
  6. adj. useful and convenient
  7. adj. skillful with the hands
  8. Easily managed; obedient to the helm; -- said of a vessel.
  9. j:100 n. United States blues musician who transcribed and published traditional blues music (1873-1958) s. easy to reach s. easy to use s. skillful with the hands