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disbound

American  
[dis-bound] / dɪsˈbaʊnd /

adjective

  1. (of a book) having the binding torn or loose.


Etymology

Origin of disbound

First recorded in 1965–70; dis- 1 + bound 1

Example Sentences

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The poems in the real fascicles, which were disbound by editors, were copied out on folded stationery sheets.

From New York Times

While looking for new rare finds, Nesler noticed a disbound, pamphlet-like publication.

From Los Angeles Times