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

His hands-on experience, combined with his academic background (PhD and DBA), has formed the foundation of his particular coaching style. —Jason Phillips, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026

These jobs require a certain level of skill in addition to a workforce that excels at hands-on labor. —Brian Moody, AJC.com, 13 Feb. 2026

In the wake of the performer’s collaboration with comedian Kevin Hart on a freewheeling highlights show carried by Peacock throughout the 2021 Tokyo Games, Solomon sought to give Snoop a more hands-on role in the City of Light. —Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 13 Feb. 2026

The hands-on work varies daily. —Miranda Dunlap, jsonline.com, 13 Feb. 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