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Definition of unhandy

unhandy

/ʌnˈhæn.di/
un · hand · y
Adverb:unhandily
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• adjective

1

Not easily handled, managed, or used; awkward, cumbersome, or inconvenient.

Example

"The antique wrench was too heavy and unhandy for repairing the delicate clockwork."

2

Lacking manual dexterity, skill, or proficiency, especially with tools or practical tasks.

Example

"Although he was a brilliant theorist, he was surprisingly unhandy when it came to basic household repairs."

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• Rhymes for unhandy

• Nearby Words

unhand
unhandicapped
unhandled
unhandy
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unhappiness
unhappy

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