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matchbook

American  
[mach-book] / ˈmætʃˌbʊk /

noun

  1. a small cardboard folder into which several rows of paper matches are stapled or glued.


Etymology

Origin of matchbook

First recorded in 1810–15; match 1 + book

Example Sentences

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Matchbook collector Maryanne Wetherald was inspired by her father’s and uncle’s extensive collections.

From Salon • Nov. 22, 2025

Matchbook covers, postcards, restaurant napkins — they all served as makeshift sketchpads for the artist at moments of inspiration.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 10, 2023

Henson questioned USA Track and Field’s relationship with Matchbook several other times, she said.

From Washington Post • Oct. 7, 2016

Gray, the Matchbook CEO, disputed the figure and declined to disclose how much USA Track and Field has paid her company.

From Washington Post • Oct. 7, 2016

In an email, Gray acknowledged Matchbook once billed itself as “a Max Siegel company” but said that did not mean Siegel owned the company or shared in profits.

From Washington Post • Oct. 7, 2016

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