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book club

American

noun

a company or other organization that sells books to its subscribers, often at a discount and usually through the mail.
a club organized for the discussion and reviewing of books.

book club British

noun

a club that sells books at low prices to members, usually by mail order, esp on condition that they buy a minimum number

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Etymology

Origin of book club

First recorded in 1785–95

Example Sentences

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Esquivias liked that the structure diverted from that of a traditional book club, which requires significant commitment and coordination.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

The book club members reached out to ensure I was driving because, they said, it would determine the composition of their gift.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Is it just possible that all these genre-straddling Pynchon novels might work for any book club?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Between that and the family connection, spending an hour or two with this book club was an easy yes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Mr. Mac showed it to us at book club.

From "Booked" by Kwame Alexander

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