1. plural of handling; instances or methods of touching, holding, or managing something with the hands
2. plural of handling; the way in which something is dealt with or managed
3. plural of handling; charges or fees for processing, transporting, or managing goods

Examples

• The museum requires careful handlings of all fragile artifacts.
• Different handlings of the same situation can produce very different outcomes.
• The shipping company added handlings to the invoice for packaging and delivery.
• Her gentle handlings of the injured animal helped it recover.
• The coach praised the team's handlings of pressure in the final game.
• Rough handlings during transport damaged several items in the shipment.