picture-book

pic·ture-book

Definition of picture-book

(Entry 1 of 2)

: suitable for or suggestive of a picture book: such as

a : picturesque

b : picture-perfect

picture book

Definition of picture book (Entry 2 of 2)

: a book that consists wholly or chiefly of pictures

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Recent Examples on the Web: Noun Parry recently signed a three-book deal that will include another book about wolves, a picture book about the animals’ reintroduction to Yellowstone National Park, according to Publishers Weekly. — oregonlive, "Oregonians well represented on Pacific Northwest Book Awards shortlist, and other Oregon book news," 20 Dec. 2019 Ages: 4 - 8 Read this if…you’re looking for a simple yet powerful picture book about the importance of representation for little girls. — Ciarra Chavarria, NBC News, "Holiday gift guide: 10 awesome books to inspire girls to know their value," 2 Dec. 2019 In just a few days, more than $1,500 was raised by his friends and acquaintances, along with dozens of stuffed animals, cards and picture books. — Cathy Free, Washington Post, "A mistaken text from a stranger led this man to raise money for a sick boy he didn’t know," 19 Sep. 2019 And a picture book describes what life is like for a child whose father is being held in an immigrant detention center. — Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN, "These authors don't like the immigration stories they're hearing from Washington. So they're writing their own," 21 Dec. 2019 The menu is a hardcover picture book with a thoughtful explanation of the restaurant and its cuisine. — Christina Tkacik, baltimoresun.com, "Review: This new Sichuan bistro in Towson serves tongue-numbing dishes and you’ll love every bite," 26 Nov. 2019 Earlier this month, Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o released her first picture book Sulwe, an inspiring story that brilliantly explores the effects of colorism on self-esteem. — Jennifer Ford, Essence, "Lupita Nyong’o Looks Skin-Sational on ‘Sulwe’ Press Tour," 21 Oct. 2019 During the actual flight, JAL has a number of god-send amenities, including soft baby blankets, picture books and toys for kids, and extra diapers. — Caitlin Morton, Condé Nast Traveler, "Japan Airlines Has Created a Map to Help You Avoid Babies on Your Flight," 27 Sep. 2019 In this understated picture book, a child in winterwear walks slowly through the towering city on a personal quest. — Jim Higgins, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "82 new books for holiday gifts in 2019, from Prince to Susan Sontag," 22 Nov. 2019

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“Picture-book.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/picture-book. Accessed 23 January 2020.

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