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half-bound

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\ ˈhaf-ˌbau̇nd How to pronounce half-bound (audio) , ˈhäf- \

Definition of half-bound

of a book
: bound in material of two qualities with the material of better quality on the spine and corners

Other Words from half-bound

half binding noun

First Known Use of half-bound

1768, in the meaning defined above

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“Half-bound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/half-bound. Accessed 16 Oct. 2021.

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