handbook
noun
hand·book
ˈhan(d)-ˌbu̇k 
1
a
: a book capable of being conveniently carried as a ready reference : manual
b
: a concise reference book covering a particular subject
2
a
: a bookmaker's book of bets
b
: a place where bookmaking is carried on
Examples of handbook in a Sentence
a handbook of grammar
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According to the group, the two were recently terminated under a new volunteer handbook, which was introduced in April.
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Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
As the plane landed, the 56 passengers were thrown about the cabin and injured, as well as exposed to hazardous chemicals from the fire, the handbook said.
—Michelle L. Quinn, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2026
Organizers of the protest printed a handbook for demonstrators that included a map of the security perimeter, tips on how to gear up for the march, and advice on how to behave if detained by police.
—Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
In a randomized clinical trial, the most rigorous type of research study available, students whose parents used this handbook during the summer before college were significantly less likely to start or increase substance use during their first semester.
—Beverly Kingston, The Conversation, 9 June 2026
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Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 19 June 2026
As the plane landed, the 56 passengers were thrown about the cabin and injured, as well as exposed to hazardous chemicals from the fire, the handbook said.
—Michelle L. Quinn, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2026
Organizers of the protest printed a handbook for demonstrators that included a map of the security perimeter, tips on how to gear up for the march, and advice on how to behave if detained by police.
—Jamey Keaten, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2026
In a randomized clinical trial, the most rigorous type of research study available, students whose parents used this handbook during the summer before college were significantly less likely to start or increase substance use during their first semester.
—Beverly Kingston, The Conversation, 9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for handbook
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“Handbook.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handbook. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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