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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. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › manualManual - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   As a noun, manual means "an instruction booklet or handbook." Definitions of manual. adjective. of or relating to the hands. “ manual dexterity” adjective. doing or requiring physical work. “ manual labor” “ manual laborer” synonyms: blue-collar. of or designating manual industrial work or workers. adjective. requiring human effort.

3. www.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.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishMANUAL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   4 days ago · 8 meanings: 1. of or relating to a hand or hands 2. operated or done by hand 3. physical, as opposed to mental or mechanical 4..... Click for more definitions.

5. 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.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishmanual adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryMANUAL | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   MANUAL | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary. 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.

8. www.yourdictionary.com › manualManual Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

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   noun. manuals. A handy book of facts, instructions, etc. for use as a guide or reference; handbook. Webster's New World.