hands-on
UK: ˌhændz ˈɒn | US: ˌhændz ˈɑːn
adj. involving active participation or practical experience
adj. characterized by direct involvement or tactile engagement
The term "hands-on" emerged in the mid-20th century, combining "hands" (Old English hand, referring to physical interaction) and "on" (Old English on, denoting direct contact or involvement). It originally described tactile learning or manual work, later expanding to emphasize experiential engagement in education, training, and problem-solving. The metaphor of "using one’s hands" evolved to symbolize active participation beyond literal physical contact.
The workshop offers hands-on training in robotics.
Children learn best through hands-on activities.
She prefers a hands-on approach to management.
The course includes hands-on experiments with chemical reactions.
His hands-on experience in engineering made him a strong candidate.