A knob used to release the catch when opening a door (often called 'doorhandle' in Great Britain); SYN. doorhandle. door-knob

ETYM AS. handle. Related to Hand.
The part of an object designed to be held in order to use or move it; SYN. grip, handgrip, hold.

ETYM A modification of knop. Related to Nob.
(Homonym: nob).
1. A round handle.
2. A rounded projection or protuberance.
3. An ornament in the shape of a ball on the hilt of a sword or dagger; SYN. pommel.