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HANDBOOKS Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word handbooks. (exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word handbooks. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for HANDBOOKS

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guidebooks
nounn
noun

• something that offers basic information or instruction

manuals
nounn
adjective

• of or relating to the hands

• requiring human effort

noun

• a small handbook

• (military) a prescribed drill in handling a rifle

adjective satellite

• doing or requiring physical work

primers
nounn
noun

• an introductory textbook

• any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant

• the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface

textbooks
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a book prepared for use in schools or colleges

adjective satellite

• according to or characteristic of a casebook or textbook; typical

enchiridion
nounn
noun

• a concise reference book providing specific information about a subject or location

vade mecum
nounn
noun

• a concise reference book providing specific information about a subject or location

Best Hypernyms For HANDBOOKS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for handbooks, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (10)
reference books compendiums directories encyclopedias guides manuals primers references textbooks
Phrases (3)
book of factsreference bookreference work

Alternatives for GUIDEBOOKS

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