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Meaning of by the book | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

In a manner which strictly adheres to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.
idiomatic
In a manner which appears too studied, ritualized, and therefore artificial.
broadly, idiomatic

Examples

“As far as he is concerned, he umpired by the book.”

“Romeo: Sin from thy lips? O trespass sweetly urged! Give me my sin again. They kiss again. Juliet: You kiss by th' book.”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

See also

by the by by the bye by the day by the ears by the eye by the Grace of Allah