手てが付つく

expression, godan verb (-ku)

start using; get to use something new

Often used when someone begins to use a new tool, resource, or method, implying a first-time or initial engagement. Can carry a nuance of finally getting around to using something.

• 新あたらしいパソコンにまだ手てが付ついていない。

  I haven't started using the new computer yet.

• 彼かれはついにその資し料りょうに手てが付ついた。

  He finally got around to using that reference material.

expression, godan verb (-ku)

get sexually involved with a female subordinate

Euphemistic or indirect expression for a superior becoming sexually involved with a female subordinate. Often implies an abuse of power or inappropriate workplace relationship. Rare and context-specific.

• 上じょう司しが部ぶ下かに手てが付ついたという噂うわさが流ながれた。

  Rumors spread that the boss got sexually involved with a subordinate.