bookseller

noun

book·​sell·​er ˈbu̇k-ˌse-lər How to pronounce bookseller (audio)
Synonyms of booksellernext
: one that sells books
especially : the proprietor of a bookstore
bookselling noun

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The letter has come to light because Peter Harrington Rare Books, a bookseller based in London, has listed it as part of a package for sale in the New York International Antiquarian Book Fair, which was held April 30-May 3. Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026 Regional and national bookstore associations are reporting increases in the number of independent booksellers. Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026 Amid fear, frustration and anger, booksellers are providing resources and spaces for learning, organizing and respite. Mark Pearson, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2026 But in the age of digitization and AI, antiquarian booksellers like Kline have had to adapt accordingly. Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bookseller

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bookseller was in the 15th century

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“Bookseller.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bookseller. Accessed 8 May. 2026.

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bookseller

noun
book·​sell·​er -ˌsel-ər How to pronounce bookseller (audio)
: a person who owns or works in a bookstore

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