handya.[OE. hendi, AS. hendig (in comp.), fr. hand hand; akin to D. handig, Goth. handugs clever, wise.]1. Performed by the hand.()To draw up and come to handy strokes. (Milton.)2. Skillful in using the hand; dexterous; ready; adroit.(Dryden.)3. Ready to the hand; near; also, suited to the use of the hand; convenient; valuable for reference or use; as, my tools are handy; a handy volume.()4. (Naut.) Easily managed; obedient to the helm; -- said of a vessel.()