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helve

noun

ˈhelv

Definition of helve

as in handle

a part by which an implement is held the head of the ax was crudely lashed to a wooden helve

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That prominent cutout near the top acts as a handle and a way to hang it from your gear using a carabiner.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 Oct. 2026
Some models also offer depth gauges for drilling, and a few offer a side handle, which gives you an extra grip for heavy-duty drilling situations.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026

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Entering a closed market Mainland China has kept a tight grip on its financial sector, favoring domestic players and restricting cross-border capital flows.

— Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026
Robots must control contact forces, adjust their grip, and respond to unpredictable objects.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2026

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