: giving practical instruction and advice (as on a craft)
how-to books on all sorts of hobbies—
Harry Milt
Harry Milt
: a practical method or instruction
the how-tos of balancing a checkbook
also
: something (such as a book) that provides such instruction
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Adam Rumanek, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025
The book offers meticulously detailed how-to information from soil fertility and seed saving to Bonsall’s sustainable philosophies on life.
—Catherine Habgood
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
Kara Nesvig, Allure, 17 Mar. 2023
The book is a how-to manual for aspiring golfers with tips and tricks for swinging, posture, balance and mental toughness.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2023
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Adjective
These services provide content creators, influencers, how-to videos and now TV and film quality content, along with sports and live entertainment, all supported by ads.
—Adam Rumanek, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025
The book offers meticulously detailed how-to information from soil fertility and seed saving to Bonsall’s sustainable philosophies on life.
—Catherine Habgood
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
Noun
However, Ree Drummond, aka the Pioneer Woman, is about to change your mind entirely with a surprisingly detailed Velcro roller how-to video.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 17 Mar. 2023
The book is a how-to manual for aspiring golfers with tips and tricks for swinging, posture, balance and mental toughness.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2023
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“How-to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/how-to. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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