hardcover

CEFRB2

/ˈhɑːdˌkʌvə/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A book with a stiff protective cover.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    Having a rigid binding.

Examples

  • I bought the novel in paperback because it was cheaper than the hardcover.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
1

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meaning

  1. A book with a rigid binding, often of cardboard or leather.

Synonyms

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Origin

noun

From hard + cover.