paperback

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a book with paper covers
  2. adjective (of books) having a flexible binding

Etymology

From paper + back, a shortening of the older term paper-backed book.

In classic literature

Synonyms

paperback book, paper-back book, softback book, softback, soft-cover book, soft-cover

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