manhandle

Word parts

man + handle

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈmænˌhæn.dəl/

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Verb

Plain form manhandle

Third-person singular manhandles

Past tense manhandled

Past participle manhandled

Present participle manhandling

1. (transitive) If you manhandle something heavy, you move it by force of men without the use of machineries.
2. (transitive) If you manhandle someone, you assault or beat up a person.
3. (transitive) If you manhandle something, you handle it roughly.
   • Synonyms: mishandle and mistreat