library science
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of library science
First recorded in 1900–05
Example Sentences
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Like her micro-obsessions from the party world, Mary’s newfound passion for library science leaks into the rest of her life, not always to such wonderful results.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2025
A personal trainer by trade, he has never penned a bestseller, taught English, studied library science or appraised a first edition.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2022
More about Jennifer: She grew up in New York and studied library science at Pratt Institute.
From New York Times • Dec. 25, 2022
Liz Crouse, who at the time was a UW master’s student in library science and a former schoolteacher and librarian, suggested creating curricula for middle- and high-school students.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 15, 2022
She couldn’t trust anybody—not when the future of library science was at stake.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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