guidebook

noun

guide·​book ˈgīd-ˌbu̇k 

plural guidebooks

: a book that gives useful information about a particular subject : handbook

I had been hired to write a cultural study, "how to" guidebook on being a Canadian …

—Will Ferguson

especially : a book of information for travelers

Most cities have some sort of restaurant guidebook that often proves helpful.

—Jinx and Jefferson Morgan

Examples of guidebook in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Michelin Guide, compiled by the tire manufacturing company, was conceived as a travel guidebook that pointed out stops along roads, such as restaurants. —Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 12 Oct. 2025

In 1900, French brothers Andre and Edouard Michelin, founders of the eponymous tire company, created a small red guidebook with recommendations for hotels and restaurants as a way to inspire motorists to drive more. —Rachel Chang, AFAR Media, 10 Oct. 2025

There’s no guidebook for being an NFL owner, no manual that would ensure that Stephen Ross’ immense success as a businessman would translate to any kind of success as a steward of a football franchise. —Barry Jackson updated October 7, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025

That means a boutique city stay may come with contemporary interiors and high-tech features, while a basecamp for outdoor adventure offers guests local guidebooks and trail snacks. —Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1814, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for guidebook

• kinderhook
• meadowbrook
• overlook
• overtook
• pocketbook
• storybook
• tillamook
• undertook
• betook
• casebook
• chapbook
• checkbook

Kids Definition

guidebook

noun

guide·​book ˈgīd-ˌbu̇k 

: a book of information for travelers