record book

noun

: a book that has records of the best or most remarkable performances or achievements in a particular sport or activity

—usually used figuratively

His long jump earned him a place in the record book.

That game was one for the record books.

Examples of record book in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Toney is also continuing to work his way into Miami’s record book. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026

Hall of Fame inductee Claude Humphrey, who played in an era (1968-78) where sacks weren’t yet a statistic, is recognized as the Falcons’ all-time sack leader, with 99½, although Abraham has the honor in the NFL’s official record book. — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 4 Sep. 2026

Ever since arriving in Big Rapids, Michigan, in 2012, Annese has rewritten every record book for the program and has taken Ferris State to staggering heights. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Jones’ records have since been stripped, so Thompson goes in the record book along with Florence Griffith-Joyner, who starred in the 1988 Seoul Games. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for record book

• kinderhook
• meadowbrook
• overlook
• overtook
• pocketbook
• storybook
• tillamook
• undertook
• betook
• casebook
• chapbook
• checkbook