Performed by the hand; manual.Skilful in using the hands; performing with skill or readiness; dexterous; adroit.Marked by readiness or dexterity; deft; facile.Suited to the use of the hand; ready to the hand; convenient; timely: as, my books are very handy; this is a handy tool.[Handy in composition, in some words formed in imitation of handywork, handiwork, is a variant of hand. See following entries.] Synonyms Expert, clever.