Associations to the word «Hornbook»

Wiktionary

HORNBOOK, noun. A single page containing the alphabet, covered with a sheet of transparent horn, formerly used for teaching children to read.
HORNBOOK, noun. (legal) A legal textbook that gives a basic overview of a particular area of law.

Dictionary definition

HORNBOOK, noun. A primer that provides instruction in the rudiments or basic skills of a branch of knowledge.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy