Definition Synonyms
Definition of handheld - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
portable devicesmall enough to be used in your hand
- She played games on her handheld console.
2.
manual operationRare operated by hand without automatic featuresRare
- He used a handheld mixer for the cake.
Noun
1.
technologysmall portable electronic device
- He bought a new handheld for gaming.
2.
game consolesmall gaming device you can carry
- She loves her handheld for gaming.
3.
toolsRare tool or equipment designed for hand useRare
- The mechanic used a handheld to fix the engine.
Images of handheld
small gaming device you can carry
Expressions with handheld
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small portable drill operated by hand
He used a handheld drill to fix the shelf.
small portable electronic tool designed to be used while held
She checked the inventory using a handheld device in the warehouse.
small vacuum cleaner for quick clean-ups
She used a handheld vacuum to clean the car seats.
small vacuum cleaner for quick clean-ups
She used a handheld vacuum cleaner to tidy the car.
portable device for playing video games
She played her favorite game on a handheld console.
small digital device that can be held in one hand while used
She entered the survey data into a handheld computer during the visit.
small electronic device held in one hand to read codes or images
The librarian used a handheld scanner to check the books back in.
Origin of handheld
English, hand (manual) + held (grasped)
Terms with handheld included in their meaning
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equipment
handheld implement like a hammer or saw
boating
propel a small boat using a handheld, flat-bladed oar
bathing tool
handheld sponge for cleaning the body while bathing
cycling
handheld device for inflating bicycle tires
craft hardware
handheld heater that dispenses adhesive for joining materials
kitchen
handheld tool with a lever for serving ice cream
optical tool
handheld lens for making objects appear larger
technology
handheld device that shows digital books or documents on a screen
launch
shoot an object using a small elastic handheld device
cooling
move air onto something using a small handheld device
telephony
handheld device used for calling, texting, and internet access
handheld hardware
device for reading digital books
handheld gadget
standalone device for quick word lookup
technology
small handheld device that emits a laser beam
smartphone
handheld device with internet and apps
retail
handheld device for labeling prices
burn
set fire to something using a handheld flame tool
technology
handheld phone device that connects to wireless networks for voice and data
viewing gear
handheld instrument with one eyepiece for looking at distant things
medical
handheld electrode for defibrillation
technology
relating to handheld cellular devices and their software
gaming
handheld controller for video games
kitchen
handheld kitchen device for blending ingredients directly in a container
gadget
handheld stick that glows for safety or fun
Examples of handheld in a sentence
The technician used a handheld scanner for the inventory. She bought a handheld vacuum for quick cleanups. The archaeologist used a handheld tool to brush away dirt. The handheld fits easily into a pocket. She uses a handheld for reading e-books. He packed his handheld for the trip.
The handheld fits perfectly in her backpack. He grabbed a handheld to tighten the screws. The technician's handheld was essential for the repair job.
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- French:portable, appareil portable, ...
- German:tragbar, Handgerät, ...
- Italian:portatile, dispositivo portatile, ...
- Spanish:portátil, dispositivo portátil, ...
- Portuguese:portátil, dispositivo portátil, ...
- Chinese:手持的, 掌上设备, ...
- Japanese:携帯型の, 携帯端末, ...
- Arabic:مَحْمُول بِالْيَد, جِهَاز مَحْمُول, ...
- Hebrew:יָדָנִי, מַכְשִׁיר נַיָּד, ...
- Russian:портативный, портативное устройство, ...
- Ukrainian:портативний, портативний пристрій, ...
- Hindi:हस्तधारित, पोर्टेबल डिवाइस, ...
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