manual

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manual

The mechanic uses a manual transmission in his classic car.

Definition

  1. Adjective:

    • Relating to or done with the hands: Describing actions, skills, or work performed using the hands.
    • Operated or controlled by human effort, not automatic: Describing a device or system requiring direct human physical operation.

  2. Noun:

    • A small book of instructions or reference: A handbook or guidebook providing concise information or directions.
    • (Military) A prescribed drill in handling a rifle: A formal exercise for training soldiers in the use of their firearms.
Usage Examples

  • Adjective:

    • The job involves manual labor, such as lifting and carrying boxes.
    • He prefers driving a car with a manual transmission.
    • Surgeons require great manual dexterity.

  • Noun:

    • Please consult the user manual before assembling the furniture.
    • The soldier performed the rifle manual with precision during the ceremony.
Advanced Usage

  • "Manual worker": A person whose job involves physical work with their hands.

    • The factory employs many manual workers on the assembly line.

  • "Manual override": A function to control a system manually when automatic operation fails.

    • The engineer activated the manual override to shut down the machine.
Variants and Related Words

  • Manually (adverb): In a way that is done or operated by hand.

    • The door must be opened manually if the power fails.

  • Manualism (noun, rare): The philosophy or practice of emphasizing manual skills or labor.

Synonyms
  • Adjective: Hand-operated, physical, labor-intensive.
  • Noun: Handbook, guide, instruction book, booklet.
Related Phrases

  • Manual dexterity: Skill in using one's hands.

    • Jewelry making requires excellent manual dexterity.

  • Manual training: Education focusing on practical skills with tools and materials.

    • The school's curriculum includes manual training in woodworking.
manual

The mechanic uses a manual transmission in his classic car.

Adjective
  1. doing or requiring physical work
    • manual labor
    • manual laborer
  2. requiring human effort
    • a manual transmission
  3. of or relating to the hands
    • manual dexterity
Noun
  1. (military) a prescribed drill in handling a rifle
  2. a small handbook

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