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Meaning of hands on Sat Dec 17, 2005 17:07 pm  Meaning of hands on
 

English Idioms and Expressions, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #2 "Hands on", question 10

I wouldn't say I never see eye to eye with my employers but sometimes they can make extraordinary demands.

(a) totally side
(b) totally work
(c) totally agree
(d) totally disagree

English Idioms and Expressions, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #2 "Hands on", answer 10

I wouldn't say I never totally agree with my employers but sometimes they can make extraordinary demands.

Correct answer: (c) totally agree
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Meaning of 'hands on' Sun Dec 18, 2005 7:02 am  Meaning of 'hands on'
 

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Hands-on = Involving active participation; applied, as opposed to theoretical: We're involved in hands-on operations, pulling levers, pushing buttons. Relating to, being, or providing direct practical experience in the operation or functioning of something (hands-on training); also, involving or allowing use of or touching with the hands (a hands-on museum display). Characterized by active personal involvement (a hands-on manager).

(Courtesy of M-W and Am. Heritage dictionaries)
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