: giving practical instruction and advice (as on a craft)
how-to books on all sorts of hobbies—
Harry Milt
Harry Milt
: a practical method or instruction
the how-tos of balancing a checkbook
also
: something (such as a book) that provides such instruction
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Max Ufberg, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
An adherent to the Pact and the Order and every other how-to manual left by the silos’ masterminds for later generations to follow, Bernard always seems to act strangely calm and confident whenever everything appears to be sliding into chaos.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 20 Dec. 2024
Kara Nesvig, Allure, 17 Mar. 2023
The book is a how-to manual for aspiring golfers with tips and tricks for swinging, posture, balance and mental toughness.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2023
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Adjective
In an effort to correct such, Hazlitt presents this handy Carson how-to guide—from where to start to what to watch for.
—Max Ufberg, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
An adherent to the Pact and the Order and every other how-to manual left by the silos’ masterminds for later generations to follow, Bernard always seems to act strangely calm and confident whenever everything appears to be sliding into chaos.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 20 Dec. 2024
Noun
However, Ree Drummond, aka the Pioneer Woman, is about to change your mind entirely with a surprisingly detailed Velcro roller how-to video.
—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 17 Mar. 2023
The book is a how-to manual for aspiring golfers with tips and tricks for swinging, posture, balance and mental toughness.
—Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2023
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“How-to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/how-to. Accessed 11 Jan. 2025.
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