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booklet

noun

book·​let ˈbu̇k-lət How to pronounce booklet (audio)
: a little book
especially : pamphlet

Examples of booklet in a Sentence

This booklet describes how to set up the DVD player. there's an instruction booklet next to the computer
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Make sure to step inside the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel, which is a treasure trove of art and architecture, and even has activity booklets for kids. Carolyn Ryberg, Travel + Leisure, 26 Nov. 2025 The ornament comes in a gift box with an educational booklet about Independence Day celebrations in Wisconsin throughout history. Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 20 Nov. 2025 Taipei — Taiwan’s 23 million inhabitants will receive a booklet this week on how to survive natural disasters and emergencies, as well as an invasion by China, the island’s Defense Ministry announced Tuesday. Wayne Chang, CNN Money, 18 Nov. 2025 Their product line now includes period swimwear, hygiene wipes, educational booklets, and online prep classes. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 17 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for booklet

Word History

First Known Use

1856, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of booklet was in 1856

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“Booklet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/booklet. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

booklet

noun
book·​let ˈbu̇k-lət How to pronounce booklet (audio)
: a little book
especially : pamphlet

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