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adjective

Definition of textbooknext
as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated a textbook example of a film that captures the feel of the novel on which it is based

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textbook

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noun

ˈteks(t)-ˌbu̇k How to pronounce textbook (audio)
as in handbook
a book used for instruction in a subject one shelf in my bookcase is crammed full of my old college textbooks

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Recent Examples of textbook
Adjective
Guyton, the second Black woman to host A Capitol Fourth after Vanessa Williams, recognizes that her own swift and dramatic rise to stardom after years of dues-paying and nearly quitting performing entirely is a textbook American success story. — Scott Huver, PEOPLE.com, 1 July 2022 At the same time, solutions borrowed from textbook European nation-states are unlikely to serve us well. — Samuel Goldman, The Week, 22 Sep. 2021
Noun
The course is expected to cost the district $1,000 for photography textbooks, the presentation said. — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2026 Together, those surveys could revolutionize our understanding of the universe and rewrite astronomy textbooks. — Josh Feldman, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for textbook
Recent Examples of Synonyms for textbook
  1. classic
  2. handbook
  3. exemplary
  4. text
  5. model
  6. manual
  7. definitive
Adjective
  • If suede is more your style, these naturally water-resistant loafers are a classic pick.
    — Mariana Best, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Porta platters, Emporio Sirenuse dipping bowls, classic Christofle silver, Guy Degrenne all-purpose wine glasses for wine, water, and spritzes.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of classic
Noun
  • The claims appear to be another old play from the anti-vaccine handbook.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Off Ramp is many things—a useful compendium of research on polarization and political violence, a candid memoir of Cox’s uneven attempts at peacemaking, a practical handbook for Americans who want to rediscover how to live with one another.
    — McKay Coppins, The Atlantic, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of handbook
Adjective
  • And between now and then, thinking back to the bliss of your stay, with all of its special touches, exemplary food, and nearly clairvoyant service.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The designation for a fire agency is touted as the highest possible Public Protection Classification (PPC) score awarded by the Insurance Services Office (ISO) that indicate exemplary public fire protection and operational readiness.
    — Corey Davis, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of exemplary
Noun
  • While filming the video, Musgraves received a text from her dad that Nana had been rushed to the hospital after experiencing a health issue.
    — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Already, users can post text, photos and GIFs in a video's comments.
    — Greta Cross, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of text
Adjective
  • Initial deliveries will begin in South Korea in late 2026, followed by an official rollout to the United States, UK, Europe, and Australian markets in the first half of 2027 as a 2028 model-year vehicle.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
  • This 2025 model-year car starts at $230,500—nearly $46,000 more—and comes to $289,585 as tested.
    — Bradley Iger, ArsTechnica, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of model
Noun
  • Caregivers are reminded never to use an expired car seat, as outlined in the product user manual.
    — Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Other settings allow you to configure network settings, enable Eco mode, update the firmware, and view the instruction manual.
    — John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of manual
Adjective
  • Graf also reiterated that his ruling was not a definitive finding of guilt, which will have to be determined by a jury during a future trial.
    — Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Roman could also provide the first definitive proof of exomoons, or moons orbiting exoplanets.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of definitive

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