hands-on

adjective

ˈhan(d)z-ˈȯn 

-ˈän

1

: relating to, being, or providing direct practical experience in the operation or functioning of something

hands-on training

also : involving or allowing use of or touching with the hands

a hands-on museum display

2

: characterized by active personal involvement

a hands-on manager

Examples of hands-on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Throughout the month, additional performances including international film screenings, dance (contemporary and classical), and hands-on ARTtalks—plus competitions, exhibitions, and free community events will be held. —Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 29 June 2025

New Local Farm Tour Lydgate Farms recently introduced a hands-on Honey Farm & Tasting Tour that provides a look into the world of beekeeping—so deep that guests don full bee suits in order to get an up-close look at the process of honey production from hive to jar. —Will McGough, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025

Former Arsenal, Chelsea and England defender Ashley Cole, Carsley’s assistant, made similar shouts and was hands-on throughout. —Art De Roché, New York Times, 28 June 2025

The initiative allows students across Northwest Indiana to unite to transform local communities through hands-on service projects. —Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for hands-on

• anton
• argon
• axon
• baronne
• baryon
• baton
• boron
• buisson
• bygone
• capon
• cardon
• chiffon