English Explanatory Dictionary

have a handle on

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb

To understand or grasp.
To be in control of, to have power over.

Pronunciation

en-au-have a handle on.ogg

Word forms

have a handle on has a handle on having a handle on had a handle on

Related words

get a handle on

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