by-the-book

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Strictly adhering to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.

Pronunciation

en-au-by-the-book.ogg

Word forms

by-the-book more by-the-book most by-the-book by-the-books

Related words

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