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booklover

American  
[book-luhv-er] / ˈbʊkˌlʌv ər /

noun

  1. a person who enjoys reading books.


Etymology

Origin of booklover

First recorded in 1860–65; book + lover

Example Sentences

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Indeed, as a booklover, this statement is an abomination to me.

From Salon • Aug. 5, 2018

The Rare Book Room is truly a magical place, and the dollar carts are heaven for any thrifty booklover, but my favorite would have to be the children’s department, especially the classic and vintage sections.

From The Guardian • Mar. 21, 2016

This has clearly been true for Maltby, a shy booklover with a boyish face whose most recent job was substitute teaching at an after-school science program.

From Washington Post • Jul. 25, 2010

We don't hit for the literary type of the booklover in spite of all our walnut paneling.

From Time Magazine Archive

There one has a pleasant picture of a booklover, traveler, and friend.

From The American Spirit in Literature : a chronicle of great interpreters by Perry, Bliss