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Definition of handheld

handheld

/ˈhændˌhɛld/
hand · held
Plural:handhelds
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handheld Lexical Profile

handheld Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Designed to be held and operated in the hand or hands rather than mounted on a surface or stand.

Example

"The technician used a handheld scanner to check the inventory barcodes in the warehouse."

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• noun

1

A small, portable electronic device, such as a mobile computer or video game console, designed to be held and operated in the hands.

Example

"Before smartphones became universal, many business professionals relied on dedicated handhelds to manage their schedules."

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• Nearby Words

handglass
handgrip
handgun
handheld
handhold
handholding
handicap

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Handheld. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/handheld
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