textbook

/ˈtɛkstʊk/

Definitions

1. noun

A book that is used as a source of information for a particular subject or course of study.

“She opened her textbook to the chapter on advanced calculus.”

2. adjective

Relating to or found in a book used as a source of information for a particular subject or course of study.

“The textbook examples helped me understand the concept better.”

Synonyms

  • coursebook
  • reference book
  • study guide

Antonyms

  • fiction book
  • novel