Nearby Words
adjective
1.
giving or pertaining to basic instructions and directions to the layperson on the methods for doing or making something, especially as a hobby or for practical use: a how-to book on photography.
noun
2.
a set of step-by-step instructions for accomplishing a certain task or reaching a certain objective: a how-to for fixing a leaky faucet.
3.
the basic principles or approach for doing something: the how-to of investing in the stock market.
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How-to
is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
| a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc. |
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
Origin:
1925–30
1925–30
Related forms
how-to·er, noun
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| how-to | |
| —adj | |
| (of a book or guide) giving basic instructions to the lay person on how to do or make something, esp as a hobby or for practical purposes: a how-to book on carpentry | |
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