handy /ˈhændi/
(a.)手邊的,近便的;便于使用的
Hand·y a. [Compar. Handier superl. Handiest.]
1. Performed by the hand. [Obs.]
To draw up and come to handy strokes. --Milton.
2. Skillful in using the hand; dexterous; ready; adroit. “Each is handy in his way.”
3. 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. Naut. Easily managed; obedient to the helm; -- said of a vessel.
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handy
adj 1: easy to reach; "found a handy spot for the can opener" [syn:
convenient, ready to hand(p)]
2: easy to use; "a handy gadget"
3: skillful with the hands; "handy with an axe"
n : United States blues musician who transcribed and published
traditional blues music (1873-1958) [syn: W. C. Handy,
William Christopher Handy]
[also: handiest, handier]