Plural of handling; multiple instances of touching, managing, or dealing with something.
Plural of handling, from handle (to hold/manage) + -ing (gerund); refers to various acts of physical manipulation or administrative management.
In shipping, 'handlings' refers to each time cargo is transferred—companies minimize handlings because every touch is a chance for damage and loss, which is why direct shipping became an industry revolution.
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