workbook

noun

work·​book ˈwərk-ˌbu̇k 

1

: a worker's manual

2

: a booklet outlining a course of study

3

: a record of work done

4

: a student's book of problems to be solved directly on the pages

5

: a single computer document that contains multiple associated spreadsheets

Examples of workbook in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The latest version introduces performance improvements, particularly in Excel, where users can manage larger datasets and multiple workbooks more efficiently. —Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 11 Apr. 2026

Fee increases were approved by the board Thursday for instructional materials, which fund textbooks and workbooks; peer program fees in early childhood education, which fund SPED instructors for students; transportation service fees; and meal prices. —Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026

Beginning Wednesday, the Archdiocese is publishing financial and demographic workbooks for each of its parishes online, ahead of area listening sessions to get community feedback. —Elaine Rojas-Castillo, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026

The workshop lasts three days and includes three 90-minute sessions of instruction, supplies (workbooks, notebooks, worksheets) and a graduation ceremony on the final day. —Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1766, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Rhymes for workbook

• betook
• casebook
• chapbook
• checkbook
• chinook
• codebook
• cookbook
• fishhook
• forsook
• guidebook
• handbook
• hornbook

Kids Definition

workbook

noun

work·​book -ˌbu̇k 

: a book of problems or practice examples for a student to use as part of a course of study