songbook

noun

song·​book ˈsȯŋ-ˌbu̇k How to pronounce songbook (audio)
: a collection of songs
specifically : a book containing vocal music (such as hymns)

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From intricate Nudie suits and a storied pistol to leatherbound songbooks and dozens of intimate notes from the likes of Johnny Cash and Loretta Lynn, most of the items had never been seen by the public. Laura L. Davis, Nashville Tennessean, 10 Nov. 2025 The movie, written and directed by Craig Brewer, features the full cooperation of songwriting legend Diamond, 84, who opened his songbook to filmmakers. Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025 Indeed, the legacy of Rodgers and Hart is felt most in their contributions to the American songbook through individual songs that have become beloved standards. Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Oct. 2025 Of course, The Waterboys have a brilliant songbook to draw from — with Scott being one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll poets of the last half century. Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for songbook

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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“Songbook.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/songbook. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.

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