knowledge acquired by reading books, as distinguished from that obtained through observation and experience.
formal education.
She thought that common sense was just as important as book learning.
knowledge gained from books rather than from direct personal experience
formal education
First recorded in 1580–90
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The Bluford section, though, is nearly empty; the three books remaining on the shelf have worn covers and creased spines.
From New York Times • Mar. 29, 2011
It is likely that there will still be a limited number of books remaining for sale after June 30.
From Time Magazine Archive
Right now I'm returning to print publishing because I love it and because I have a contract to fulfill--two books remaining.
From Time Magazine Archive
Then, of course, there were the books remaining in the library, still a formidable collection.'
From The Triumphs of Eugène Valmont by Barr, Robert
We counted the garbage books remaining on hand and satisfied ourselves that the number thereof, together with the number reported as sold, made up the total number originally received.
From Final Report of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition Commission by Louisiana Purchase Exposition Commission
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