Handbook

Definitions

1. A topically organized book of reference on a certain field of knowledge, regardless of size, but archetypally one to be kept readily at hand.
2. A place where illicit bets can be placed.
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Equivalents

Examples

“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; […]”

“Persons subject to his rule⟳ can be found operating, in addition to the wire service, wire service relays, handbooks, gambling houses, prostitution establishments, coin-operated device companies, bars, restaurants, night clubs, motels, […]”

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