handle-n; 4 Senses

Sense Number 1: part of an artifact for grabbing, a hold

Commentary: HANDLE[+artifact][+device][+component][+hold]

Examples:
He grabbed the briefcase by its handle.
The skillet handle was hot to the touch.
I replaced the door handles on my kitchen drawers.

Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1

Sense Number 2: a method for gaining control

Commentary: HANDLE[+process][+method][+of_control][+of_understanding]

Examples:
We've got to get a handle on this situation at work.
It's advice to parents to give them a better handle on their teenagers.
The tutor helped Bob get a handle on his course in fluid dynamics.

Mappings:
PropBank: handle.01
WordNet 0.0 Sense Numbers: 1a

Sense Number 3: a name used in some context, e.g., on computers

Commentary: HANDLE[+name][+user][+in_context]

Examples:
John's handle in the chatroom was 'Fearless Leader'.
What's your handle in that on-line game?

Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 0.0 Sense Numbers: 2

Sense Number 4: quantity of revenue from a business or event

Commentary: HANDLE[+quantity][+money][+revenue][+from_event]

Examples:
The monthly handle from that casino must be in the millions.
The handle from the prizefight was less than expected.

Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 0.0 Sense Numbers: 3