know-how
|know/how|
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🇺🇸
/ˈnoʊˌhaʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈnəʊˌhaʊ/
practical expertise
Etymology
Etymology Information
'know-how' originates from English, combining 'know' and 'how' to denote practical knowledge or expertise.
Historical Evolution
'know-how' has remained largely unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the early 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'practical knowledge or expertise,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
practical knowledge or expertise in a particular area.
She has the know-how to fix the engine.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41