B2nounworkeducation
US/ˈhænd.bʊk/
UK/ˈhænd.bʊk/
a small book or document that explains rules or how to do something
In context
Every new employee receives a handbook that explains the company rules.
According to the handbook, you must report any accident within one hour.
The university publishes a student handbook with advice on courses and housing.
Words that go with handbook
noun + noun
- employee handbookThe employee handbook lists all paid holidays.
- student handbookCheck the student handbook for the attendance policy.
- safety handbookRead the safety handbook before using the machines.
verb + noun
- consult the handbookIf you are unsure, consult the handbook.
verb + preposition
- refer to the handbookPlease refer to the handbook for more details.
noun + preposition
- handbook onShe wrote a handbook on first aid at work.