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know–how
noun \ˈnō-ˌhau̇\
: knowledge of how to do something well
Full Definition of KNOW-HOW
: knowledge of how to do something smoothly and efficiently : expertise
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First Known Use of KNOW-HOW
1838
Related to KNOW-HOW
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- inexperience
KNOW-HOW Defined for Kids
know–how
noun \ˈnō-ˌhau̇\
Definition of KNOW-HOW for Kids
: knowledge of how to get things done <The job takes a certain amount of know-how.>
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