Handsful

/ˈhændzfʊl/ noun

Definition

Plural of handful; quantities that fill the hand, or amounts that are difficult to manage or control.

Etymology

Regular plural of 'handful' formed by adding '-s', though the pronunciation shifts due to the voiced 'z' sound.

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English speakers debate endlessly whether 'handsful' or 'handfuls' is correct—most style guides accept both, showing how language evolves even in highly standardized written English.

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