bibliophile

noun

bib·​lio·​phile ˈbi-blē-ə-ˌfī(-ə)l How to pronounce bibliophile (audio)
: a lover of books especially for qualities of format
also : a book collector
bibliophilic adjective
bibliophilism noun
bibliophily noun

Examples of bibliophile in a Sentence

for bibliophiles, no electronic device could possibly give the tactile pleasure of a beautifully bound book
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Still searching for that perfect holiday season gift for the bibliophiles in your life? Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024 Parents, grandparents and family friends can all help create young bibliophiles by instilling an early love of books and reading. Martha Shade, CNN, 10 Sep. 2024 The Queen City is a top spot for bibliophiles, earning a spot on the list of the top 15 best U.S. cities for book lovers, according to Explore. Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 9 Aug. 2024 Just like the rainbow library trend, there are some literary design tricks that are more about aesthetics than content (sorry, bibliophiles). Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for bibliophile 

Word History

Etymology

French, from bibli- + -phile

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bibliophile was in 1820

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“Bibliophile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bibliophile. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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