Phrase guide

grab handle

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Pronunciation

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  • rhymes with -ændəl

1

noun

Meaning 1

A visual cue indicating where a displayed object can be activated for resizing, etc. using the pointing device.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computing, engineering, graphical-user-interface, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

No example sentence was provided for this meaning.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: drag handle

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A handle that a person can hold onto for support, or to aid access.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • There is a grab handle on the wall by the back door.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Japanese: 吊り革 (tsurikawa) — handle to grab onto