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 program also included an eco-design session and a hands-on Sashiko denim repair workshop. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

These are hands-on classes, with recipes usually reflecting the sailing region. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026

Infantino moved this week to calm critics of his hands-on executive presidency by offering to open an independent review of FIFA’s governance standards and decision-making. — ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026

Tahan said Microsoft leaders are hoping the space is operational and ready for hands-on student work by the spring. — Pera Onal, Baltimore Sun, 23 Sep. 2026

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