Panhandle (Noun)
Meaning 1
A relatively narrow strip of land projecting from some larger area; "Wheeling is located in the northern panhandle of West Virginia".
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The northern panhandle of West Virginia is a culturally distinct region from the rest of the state.
- The Idaho Panhandle is a scenic region known for its mountains and lakes.
- The Florida Panhandle is a popular destination for beachgoers and outdoor enthusiasts.
- The panhandle of Texas is a sparsely populated region with a unique cultural identity.
- The panhandle of Nebraska is a narrow strip of land that borders the states of Wyoming and Colorado.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
The handle of a pan.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The chef grasped the panhandle firmly as she slid the skillet onto the stovetop.
- She burned her hand on the hot panhandle while trying to flip the pancakes.
- The panhandle was loose and kept coming off in her hand as she stirred the soup.
- He carefully wrapped the panhandle in a towel to protect his hand from the heat.
- The long panhandle made it easy to maneuver the heavy Dutch oven in and out of the oven.