Another word for handy

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handy

modif.

Near
nearby, at hand, close by; see convenient 2, near 1.
Useful
beneficial, advantageous, gainful; see helpful 1, profitable, usable.
Dexterous
dexterous, apt, skillful, ingenious; see able 1, 2, fit 1, 2, dexterous. See syn. study at dexterous.

come in handy

prove useful, be of service, have a use, aid; see help 1.

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Another word for handy

adjective

Exhibiting or possessing skill and ease in performance:
adroit, clever, deft, dexterous, facile, nimble, slick. See ability
Being within easy reach:
accessible, convenient, nearby. Idioms: close (or near) at hand, close by. See near
Serving or capable of serving a useful purpose:
functional, practicable, practical, serviceable, useful, utilitarian. See used