Handy

Webster's Dictionary of the English Language

·superl Performed by the hand.

II. Handy ·superl Skillful in using the hand; dexterous; ready; adroit.

III. Handy ·superl Easily managed; obedient to the helm;

— said of a vessel.

IV. Handy ·superl Ready to the hand; near; also, suited to the use of the hand; convenient; valuable for reference or use; as, my tools are handy; a handy volume.