Handbook

/ˈhændbʊk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A book giving information such as instructions, guidelines, or reference on a specific subject.

The science handbook provided a comprehensive overview of the subject matter.

A manual or guide for specific activities or tasks.

I referred to the employee handbook for the company policies before starting my job.

A concise reference book covering a particular subject.

The style handbook helped me understand the rules of grammar and punctuation.

A book that serves as a guide to doing something.

The travel handbook suggested the best restaurants and attractions in the city.

From hand + book, meaning a book to be held in the hand.

field handbook

A reference book meant for a specific field of study or profession.

employee handbook

A document that outlines a company's policies, procedures, and employee expectations.

study handbook

A guide produced for students covering a specific subject or course.

manual

A book containing instructions for operating a machine or other devices.

guide

A book that provides information and advice about a particular subject.

reference

A book or resource for consultation on specific details.

A quick source of information.

I used that project management handbook to get the basics down.

An informal guide on a subject.

This handbook on life hacks has helped me save a lot of time.