verb
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a smooth surface that reflects the images of objects; esp., a piece of glass coated on the reverse side as with silver or an amalgam; a mirror.
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a place of resort; an action supporting another.
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a hand with the fingers closed tightly into the palm, as for hitting; clenched hand.
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that part of a utensil, tool, etc. which is to be held, turned, lifted, pulled, etc. with the hand; a handle.
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a compact reference book on some subject; manual of facts or instructions; a book containing directions and information for tourists; a hand-book; a guidebook.
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a low wall or railing, serving as a guard or support to be held by the hand, as along a balcony, staircase or on either side of a bridge.