quarto

noun

Definition of quartonext
as in folio

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Recent Examples of quarto It was first published in a corrupt quarto in 1594. — Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026 The poem was published in Shakespeare’s 1609 quarto of 154 sonnets, which wasn’t widely popular in its day. — Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Mar. 2025 The others, often differing in numerous details, first appeared in the 1590s and early 1600s as cheap pamphlets called quartos. — Michael Dirda, Washington Post, 21 Apr. 2023 The chapter on beef, pork and lamb dishes focuses on affordable cuts of meat and includes a little history lesson about the quinto quarto. — oregonlive, 21 Apr. 2023 In the twelve untitled poems that ran on quarto-size pages, scattered with varied-length ellipses, his long lines expand and contract between the margins like the steady crash of waves. — Jeffrey Yang, The New Yorker, 22 Mar. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quarto
  1. folio
  2. paperbound
  3. hardback
  4. hardcover
  5. paperback
  6. softcover
Noun
  • In seconds, the AI agent can check upcoming reservations to ensure the room is open, run the request against the housekeeping schedule, confirm the new checkout with the guest and update the folio in real time.
    — Amanda McGuckin Hager, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Lenovo also throws in a Tab Pen and folio case, which is a nice bonus if taking notes or schoolwork is part of the plan.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of folio
Noun
  • As the first nodes of the internet were being wired together, the Catalog became a paperbound search engine.
    — Fred Turner, Harper's magazine, 10 Jan. 2019
Definition of paperbound
Noun
  • Most drawing books for beginners come in hardback, paperback and e-tablet versions.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 1 Sep. 2026
  • An 88-page hardback book is included with both the LP and CD super deluxe editions.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 29 July 2026
Definition of hardback
Noun
  • While the most popular e-readers are smaller than a hardcover, many are still a bit too large for true grab-and-go convenience.
    — Eliza Thompson, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Floor-to-ceiling shelves are stacked with fine hardcover books, wooden xylophones, ticking clocks, and high-tech speakers.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of hardcover
Noun
  • Also on the lobby level, a corner shop sells downloadable newspapers and magazines, snacks, and classic Penguin paperbacks.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The work earned Barber the admiration of President Bill Clinton and became a best-seller in paperback following the 9/11 attacks.
    — Ishaan Tharoor, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of paperback
Noun
  • After the lawsuit was filed, the jail changed its mail policy, and softcover books as well as periodicals published by the nonprofit were accepted into the jail.
    — Vanessa Swales, jsonline.com, 12 Dec. 2025
  • The softcover reading guide highlights ten of the most vital works to the Mythos.
    — Rob Wieland, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Definition of softcover

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“Quarto.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/quarto. Accessed 17 Oct. 2026.

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