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handbook

 

[ หˆhandหŒbสŠk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

reference manual

A handbook is a reference manual containing information or instructions. It is typically small in size, designed to be easily carried or consulted. Handbooks are commonly used in academic, professional, and technical fields.

Synonyms

guide, instruction book, manual.

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Word Description / Examples
handbook

A handbook is typically used to describe a small, portable book that contains basic information or instructions about a specific subject. It's usually concise and easy to carry around.

  • The employee handbook outlines the policies and procedures of the company.
  • Students received a handbook to help them navigate their first year at university.
manual

A manual is often a more comprehensive document that provides detailed information on how to use, assemble, or maintain a product or system. It implies a formal, technical nature.

  • He read the car's manual to understand all of its features.
  • The software manual explains how to troubleshoot common issues.
guide

A guide is often used for a book or document that provides detailed information or advice on how to do something or about a particular topic. It can be practical and comprehensive.

  • The tourist guide helped us find all the best attractions in the city.
  • She bought a gardening guide to learn about growing vegetables at home.
instruction book

An instruction book typically refers to a book that provides detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to assemble, operate, or repair something. It is more specific and is often included with products.

  • The instruction book for the new coffee machine was very detailed.
  • Without the instruction book, it was tough to assemble the furniture correctly.

Examples of usage

  • I always keep a handbook on my desk for quick reference.
  • The employee handbook provides guidelines for workplace behavior.
  • The student handbook outlines the school's policies and procedures.

Translations

Translations of the word "handbook" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น manual

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคธเฅเคคเคฟเค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Handbuch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ buku panduan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะพะฒั–ะดะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ podrฤ™cznik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒณใƒ‰ใƒ–ใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท manuel

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ manual

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท el kitabฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•ˆ๋‚ด์„œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏู„ูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™รญruฤka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prรญruฤka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰‹ๅ†Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ priroฤnik

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ handbรณk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะฝั‹า›ั‚ะฐะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฎแƒ”แƒšแƒ›แƒซแƒฆแƒ•แƒแƒœแƒ”แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™l kitabฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ manual

Etymology

The word 'handbook' originated in the 16th century, combining 'hand' and 'book'. It referred to a small manual that could be held in one's hand for quick reference. Over time, handbooks evolved to cover a wide range of topics and became essential tools in various fields.

See also: backhand, deckhand, forehand, hand, handbag, handball, handbreadth, handcrafted, handcrafting, handcuffs, handful, handgun, handheld, handicap, handicapped, handily, handiwork, handkerchief, handle, handled, handler, handles, handling, handmade, handmake, handover, handpicked, handrail, hands, handwarmer, handwear, handwriting, handy, handycam, handyman, handyperson, offhand, openhandedly, shorthand.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,062 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.