English Dictionary

handbook

noun

A topically organized book of reference on a certain field of knowledge, regardless of size. / (US, gambling) A place where illicit bets can be placed.

I need to refer to the handbook for the instructions.

意味（1）

A topically organized book of reference on a certain field of knowledge, regardless of size.

意味（2）

(US, gambling) A place where illicit bets can be placed.

The extent of the business done in this line is not understood by those who have not looked into it. In New York there are 50 pool rooms and 500 handbooks; in East St. Louis, 20 handbooks; in Chicago, 5 pool rooms and 200 handbooks; […]