hardback
noun/ˈhɑrdˌbæk/
Frequency rank: #15,699 most common English word
Meaning
A book bound with a stiff protective cover.
Example sentence
She bought the novel in hardback format because she wanted something durable to keep on her shelf.
Synonyms & related words
- hardcover
- hardbound
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