🔄 Synonyms of "Handful"
2 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| smatteringnoun | A superficial or shallow knowledge of a subject. |
| fistfulnoun | The amount that can be held in a closed fist. |
💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Handful"
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| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| fistfulnoun | The amount that can be held in a closed fist. |
| smatteringnoun | A superficial or shallow knowledge of a subject. |
| handholdnoun | A projection that one may hold onto for support, e.g. in mountain climbing. |
| handlenoun | The part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved. |
| clutchnoun | A small handbag or purse with no straps or handle. |
| gripnoun | A hold or way of holding, particularly with the hand. |
| catchnoun | (countable) The act of seizing or capturing. |
| hunknoun | (informal) An attractive man, especially one who is muscular. |
| knobnoun | A rounded protuberance, especially one arising from a flat surface; a fleshy lump or caruncle. |
| bunchnoun | A group of similar things, either growing together, or in a cluster or clump, usually fastened together. |
| pocketnoun | (clothing) A bag stitched to an item of clothing, used for carrying small items. |
| tricklenoun | A very thin flow; the sound of such a flow. |
| locknoun | Something used for fastening, which can only be opened with a key or combination. |
| doorknobnoun | A circular device attached to a door, the rotation of which permits the unlatching of the door. |
| hiltnoun | The handle of a sword, consisting of grip, guard, and pommel, designed to facilitate use of the blade and afford protection to the hand. |
| doornoun | (architecture) A portal of entry into a building, room, or vehicle, typically consisting of a rigid plane movable on a hinge. It may have a handle to help open and close, a latch to hold it closed, and a lock that ensures it cannot be opened without a key. |
| hostnoun | One which receives or entertains a guest, socially, commercially, or officially. |
| multitudenoun | The mass of ordinary people; the masses, the populace. |
| groupnoun | A number of things or persons being in some relation to one another. |
| pairnoun | Two similar or identical things taken together; often followed by of. |
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