fore edge
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noun
the front outer edge of a book, opposite the bound edge.
Origin of fore edge
First recorded in 1655–65
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Historical Examples of fore-edge
After the fore-edge is gilt the same operation is repeated at the head and tail.
Bookbinding, and the Care of BooksDouglas Cockerell
When the fore-edge of both boards has been turned in, the head and tail must also be turned in.
Bookbinding, and the Care of BooksDouglas Cockerell
The head or top of a book, in contradistinction to fore-edge or tail.
Notes on Bookbinding for LibrariesJohn Cotton Dana
The top and bottom edges must be turned in before the fore-edge.
Practical BookbindingPaul Adam
The rounding of the fore-edge should be equal to one-third of a circle.
Practical BookbindingPaul Adam
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