By-the-book Meaning

By-the-book is an idiom. The meaning of this idiom is (idiomatic) Adhering strictly to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.. Explore more Idiom Meanings.

By-the-book

(idiomatic) Adhering strictly to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.

Example : 2007, David von Drehle, "Bobby Jindal," Time, 11 Dec.,  Given the troubled Bayou State's long history of rogues and demagogues, the most unusual thing about Gov. Jindal may be his record of by-the-book ethics.

Meaning of By-the-book

By-the-book is an idiom. It is one of the most commonly used expressions in English writings. By-the-book stands for (idiomatic) Adhering strictly to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures.. Explore Urdupoint to find out more popular Idioms and Idiom Meanings, to amplify your writings

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