hands-on

adjective

ˈhan(d)z-ˈȯn 

-ˈän

1

: relating to, being, or providing direct practical experience in the operation or functioning of something

hands-on training

also : involving or allowing use of or touching with the hands

a hands-on museum display

2

: characterized by active personal involvement

a hands-on manager

Examples of hands-on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The event features festive decor throughout the resort, both indoors and outdoors, along with stunning holiday displays, hands-on activities, live entertainment, and seasonal events. —Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 28 Nov. 2025

While many executives threw money at the issue or made performative hires in the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder in 2020, Ellison is getting more hands-on. —Sydney Lake, Fortune, 27 Nov. 2025

Sign up to The Selection newsletter for hands-on product reviews, expert shopping tips and a look at the best deals and sales each week. —Christian Orozco, NBC news, 27 Nov. 2025

From Minneapolis to Miami, players and staff have been hands-on with food distributions, community gatherings and gift donations. —Denny Alfonso, New York Times, 27 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for hands-on

• anton
• argon
• axon
• baronne
• baryon
• baton
• boron
• buisson
• bygone
• capon
• cardon
• chiffon