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handle
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ˈɐ̃sɐ/an·sa
Definitions
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The handle or grip of a vessel, container, or similar object.
Usage examples
“The handle of the jug broke when it fell.”
“He held the pot by its metal handle.”
Common combinations
ceramic handlemetal handlebroken handle
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In anatomy, a curved or loop-shaped part, such as the intestinal ansa.
Usage examples
“Surgery corrected an obstruction in the intestinal ansa.”
“The doctor explained the function of the colonic ansa.”
Common combinations
intestinal ansacolonic ansanerve ansa