basichandling
nounUK /ˌbeɪsɪk ˈhændlɪŋ/
US /ˌbeɪsɪk ˈhændlɪŋ/
The simple, first way you hold or deal with something.
The teacher showed the class the basichandling of the new classroom pet.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The first, easy steps for taking care of a thing.
Basichandling of the seedlings means giving them water and light.
3. A plain, no-frills way of moving or using an object.
The manual explains the basichandling of the machine before any advanced use.
4. The simple rules for dealing with a situation.
Good basichandling of a disagreement starts with listening.