bookwork

noun

1
: the manufacture of books as distinct from newspaper or magazine printing or from job work
2
: work that involves the use of books: such as
b
: paper work

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of bookwork was before the 12th century

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“Bookwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bookwork. Accessed 5 Oct. 2024.

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