Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hondle
verb
/ˈhɒndl/
Definition
To handle awkwardly or clumsily; to deal with something in an unskilled manner.
Examples
- He hondled the fragile vase as he tried to move it.
- Stop hondling the package; you’re going to break it!
- The way she hondled the conversation made it uncomfortable for everyone.
Meaning
To manipulate or manage something in a way that is not graceful or effective.
Synonyms
- fumble
- clumsily manage
- bungle
- handle awkwardly
