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Definition of white book

: an official report of government affairs bound in white

Examples of white book in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web His wrinkled and reddened hands gripped a white book of Scripture. — New York Times, 29 Jan. 2021 The custom blue and white book tote featured dark undertones, which were an elegant complement to her outfit’s simple palette. — Edward Barsamian, Vogue, 9 Aug. 2018

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First Known Use of white book

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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“White book.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/white%20book. Accessed 18 Aug. 2022.

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