- pronunciation:
- haend
f
l
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A handful of something is the amount that you can hold in one hand.
We all ate several handfuls of popcorn while watching the movie. |
| definition 2: |
A small number or amount is sometimes called a "handful."
Only a handful of people came to the art show.- similar words:
- couple
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| definition 3: |
A person or thing that is difficult to deal with or control is sometimes called a "handful."
The new puppy we got has really been a handful. |
| related words: |
minority |
The word handful
contains the following part:
-ful2
Old English
noun-forming suffix
that means
an amount that fills
More about this word part:
The suffix -ful2 attaches to native English nouns denoting containers to form amount nouns.
Example words: