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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

handler

/ˈhænd.lər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does handler mean?

noun, verb

A person or thing that handles something, or a program that manages a specific task or function. In computing, a handler is a routine or procedure that responds to a specific event or request.

Example

"The customer service handler was able to resolve the issue quickly and efficiently."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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