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Definition of handler noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

handler

noun
 
/ˈhændlə(r)/
 
/ˈhændlər/
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  1. a person who trains and controls animals, especially dogs
    • The police brought in dog handlers to join the hunt for the attacker.
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  2. a person who carries or deals with something as part of their job
    • airport baggage handlers
    • food handlers
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  3. (especially North American English) a person who organizes something or advises somebody
    • the president’s campaign handlers
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