how-to


how-to

(hou′to͞o′) Informal adj. Offering practical advice and detailed instruction in an activity.n. pl. how-tos Something, such as a book or learning situation, that provides practical advice and detailed instruction in an activity: She read a how-to on plumbing. The weekend was a real how-to for would-be campers.

how-to

adj (Journalism & Publishing) (of a book or guide) giving basic instructions to the lay person on how to do or make something, esp as a hobby or for practical purposes: a how-to book on carpentry.

how′-to′



adj., n., pl. -tos. adj. 1. giving basic instructions and directions to the layperson for doing or making something: a how-to book on photography. n. 2. the guidelines or detailed instructions for doing something. [1925–30] how′-to′er, n.