manual
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7.9
- noun
- /ˈmæn.ju.əl/
- Jargon
- Time you wanna check your manual and start organizing a force response.
- Army manual
- Field manual
- training manual
Examples
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The newly revised training manual for foot troops in war said that all soldiers should be accustomed to assault squad methods.
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Now, Sergeant Shattuck will take you in the manual of arms.
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Our good Captain has us on emergency manual.
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Please refer to the operations manual.
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Colonel, I'm switching to manual.
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But first, you'll have to learn to march in step... ...do the manual of arms without having to think.
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In the meantime, let me know if the new men work out all right and if the armament manual is of any help.
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The drill sergeant explained the manual of arms, which instructs soldiers on how to handle their weapons during training.
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In basic training, recruits learn the manual that outlines the proper movements for weapon handling and safety.
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During the ceremony, the soldiers performed the manual with precision, showcasing their training in handling rifles.
Synonyms
1
9.6
A set of practiced moves for holding and presenting a rifle during military drills
Compounds
- Specialized
1
3.7
A book or document that gives clear facts and instructions for quick checking
- Jargon
1
9.6
A set of practiced moves for holding and presenting a rifle during military drills
- UK
1
9.9
The written name of a king or queen on an official document showing personal approval
How Ceremonial
Surface Forms
Etymology
Manual in a military sense comes from the Latin manus 'hand' and originally meant the set of hand movements for handling a weapon, often written down as a guide. That's why a military manual describes exact drills and gestures to move 'by hand'.