reference manual
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3.7
- noun
- /ˈrɛfərəns ˈmænjuəl/
- Specialized
:
manual de referencia
- Before starting the project, I consulted the reference manual to ensure I understood the requirements.
But what I like is that you are presenting it in in this book in one place so that it really is kind of a reference manual for all of these pillars.
- But what I like is that you are presenting it in in this book in one place so that it really is kind of a reference manual for all of these pillars.
Examples
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The reference manual for the operating system contains all the information needed to troubleshoot common issues.
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I used to need hundreds of technical reference manuals; now I just need the Internet.
Blog text (13) -
This publication is considered a reference manual for boiler and pressure vessel engineers around the world.
Academic text (2005) -
The book has an uncommonly fine binding, which is important for such a valuable reference manual.
Blog text (18) -
But what I like is that you are presenting it in in this book in one place so that it really is kind of a reference manual for all of these pillars.
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Thanks to the herculean efforts of Mary McCarthy, Chairman, and members of the Service Awards Committee, a revised reference manual was reviewed and approved.
Academic text (1998) -
If you are inclined, you can look up histograms, levels, curves, adjustment layers, etc. in your software reference manual.
Academic text (2003) -
Most email sites offer training sessions to teachers and students, or can at least provide them with training guides and reference manuals in order to get them started with the commands needed to subscribe to various lists and newsgroups.
Academic text (1994) -
Give me a book I will eventually carry with me at all times, either in my backpack or saved digitally on my iPhone or Kindle, that is both a guide and a reference manual of sorts, like T4HWW.
Blog text (34) -
Each user received a reference manual that outlined the features and functions of the new software package.
Synonyms
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1.0
A book that gives simple instructions and basic information
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2.8
A book that shows how to use or fix something
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3.7
A book or source you check for facts
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3.1
A short book with useful information and instructions about a subject or place
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3.8
Written information that explains how to use a machine or computer program
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2.1
A book that gives information and advice about a place or activity
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2.9
A small book that tells you how to set up and use a product
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2.6
A book you use to check facts or information
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3.5
A book you use to look up facts, not to read from start to finish
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4.4
A book that collects original documents and texts for study
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2.7
A small guide that shows how to set up and use a device
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3.6
A book that gives basic facts about many subjects like history and science
How Detailed
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly and transparently derived from combining 'reference' (a source for consultation) with 'manual' (an instructional booklet) — a manual intended for reference or consultation. This noun-noun compositional pattern is common in English (and mirrored in many languages), so a B1 learner who knows both constituents will readily infer the MWE's meaning.
Etymology
The term reference manual comes from the idea of a small book you can use as a reference and a manual when you need facts. Imagine a handy book on your desk that you quickly 'look up' to find answers — that's why it means a book to 'consult' for quick information.