Meaning & use
handler
A person responsible for controlling, training, or managing an animal, object, or situation.
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The police dog's handler gave a quiet command, and the dog immediately sat still.
The campaign's media handler carefully controlled which reporters could ask questions.
A note on using this word
Handler is commonly used for animal trainers, but also for professionals who manage sensitive tasks, like a spy's handler.
Words with a similar meaning
trainermanager
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