Handbook (Noun)
Meaning
A concise reference book providing specific information about a subject or location.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The professor gave us a comprehensive handbook at the start of the course to help us understand the coursework.
- You can pick up a handy guidebook of the museum's collections at the entrance for a detailed tour.
- Before traveling to a foreign country, it is advisable to read a handbook on cultural norms and etiquette.
- A glossy handbook about the company's history was given to all new employees to familiarize themselves.
- Local hiking groups often publish a detailed handbook of trails in the national park with topographic maps and advice.