guidebook

/ˈgaɪdˌbʊk/
/ˈgaɪdbʊk/
IPA guide

Other forms: guidebooks

Definitions of guidebook
  1. noun
    something that offers basic information or instruction
    synonyms: guide
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    field guide
    a guidebook describing natural objects of some type that might be encountered in the field
    roadbook
    a guidebook describing the roads of a country; contains maps and (sometimes) a gazetteer
    itinerary, travel guidebook
    a guidebook for travelers
    baedeker
    any of a series of travel guidebooks published by the German firm founded by Karl Baedeker
    type of:
    enchiridion, handbook, vade mecum
    a concise reference book providing specific information about a subject or location
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