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   Man·u·al

   /ˈmanyə(wə)l/

   

   adjective

   • 1. relating to or done with the hands: "manual dexterity" Similar done with one's handslaboringphysicalblue-collar
   • ▪ (of a machine or device) worked by hand, not automatically or electronically: "a manual typewriter" Similar hand-operatedhandnonautomaticOpposite automaticmechanical
   • ▪ using or working with the hands: "a manual laborer" Similar hand-operatedhandnonautomaticOpposite automaticmechanical

   noun

   • 1. a book of instructions, especially for operating a machine or learning a subject; a handbook: "a computer manual"
   • ▪ a small book: "a pocket-sized manual of the artist's aphorisms"
   • ▪ a book of the forms to be used by priests in the administration of the sacraments. historical
   • 2. a vehicle with manual transmission.
   • 3. an organ keyboard played with the hands.

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French manuel, from (and later assimilated to) Latin manualis, from manus ‘hand’.

   Scrabble Points: 8

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › manualMANUAL | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   Definition of manual – Learner’s Dictionary. manual. adjective. uk / ˈmænjuəl / us. Add to word list. B2. using your hands: manual labour / work. a manual control / gearbox. manually. adverb. manual. noun [ C ] uk / ˈmænjuəl / us. B2. a book that tells you how to use something or do something: an instruction manual.

3. www.dictionary.com › browse › manuals&MANUAL Definition & Usage Examples | Dictionary.com

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   Manual definition: done, operated, worked, etc., by the hand or hands rather than by an electrical or electronic device. See examples of MANUAL used in a sentence.

4. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definitionmanual adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   Definition of manual adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

5. en.thefreedictionary.com › manualManual - definition of manual by The Free Dictionary

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   1. A small reference book, especially one giving instructions. 2. Music A keyboard, as of an organ or harpsichord, played with the hands. 3. A machine operated by hand. 4. a. A manual transmission. b. A vehicle having a manual transmission. 5. Prescribed movements in the handling of a weapon, especially a rifle: the manual of arms. 6.

6. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › manualsManuals Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of MANUAL is of, relating to, or involving the hands. How to use manual in a sentence.

7. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › manualmanual | meaning of manual in Longman Dictionary of ...

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   manual meaning, definition, what is manual: manual work involves using your hands or...: Learn more.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › manualMANUAL definition in American English | Collins English ...

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   2 days ago · noun. 3. a handy book of facts, instructions, etc. for use as a guide or reference; handbook. 4. any of the separate keyboards of an organ console or harpsichord. 5. prescribed drill in the handling of a weapon, esp. a rifle. : also manual of arms. Webster’s New World College Dictionary, 4th Edition.