manual — a book of instructions for operating something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a book of instructions for operating something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmænjuəl/
Korean meaning: 설명서, 사용법 안내서
Korean pronunciation: 맨-유-얼 (강세: 맨)
Example Sentences
- My dad still keeps the manual for our 20-year-old washing machine like it's a family treasure.
- The IKEA manual had more pictures than words, but I still managed to build the chair upside down.
- She prefers manual cars because she likes having full control over the vehicle.
manual
NOUN//ˈmænjuəl//
a book of instructions for operating something
Nobody reads the manual — until something goes completely wrong.
The manual is for every MAN, YOU, and ALL — no one gets a pass.
Like an annual canal inspection — always follow the manual.
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Origin
라틴어 'manus(손)'에서 출발한 단어로, 손으로 직접 다루는 것과 관련된 의미를 가지게 되었습니다. 중세 라틴어를 거쳐 현재의 '설명서'라는 의미까지 확장되었죠.
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📝Examples
“My dad still keeps the manual for our 20-year-old washing machine like it's a family treasure.”
“The IKEA manual had more pictures than words, but I still managed to build the chair upside down.”
“She prefers manual cars because she likes having full control over the vehicle.”
“The teacher's manual provides detailed explanations for every lesson.”
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