is a specific kind of: appendage.

is a broader term that covers: ax handle, axe handle | broom handle, broomstick | crop | haft, helve | hilt | hoe handle | knob | mop handle | panhandle | pommel, saddlebow | pommel | rake handle | stock | gunstock, stock ... show more.

has as a part: shank, stem.

is a part of: aspergill, aspersorium | baggage, luggage | baseball bat, lumber | briefcase | brush | carpet beater, rug beater | carrycot | cheese cutter | coffee cup | coffeepot | bat, cricket bat | cutlery, eating utensil | edge tool | faucet, spigot | frying pan, frypan, skillet | handbarrow | cart, go-cart, handcart, pushcart | handlebar | French telephone, handset | hand tool | ladle | mug | racket, racquet | saucepan | spatula | teacup | umbrella | watering can, watering pot ... show more.

derivation: handle, palm | grip.