library binding

American  

noun

1. a tough, durable cloth binding for books.

2. the production of books that are bound with library binding.

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Etymology

Origin of library binding

First recorded in 1900–05

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library binding

A brilliant young librarian recognised the Bodleian library binding and the scars of the chains: it cost them £3,000, also raised by a public appeal, to get the book back.

From The Guardian ● Aug. 1, 2012

If he has employed a binder who thoroughly understands library binding, he may make use of the binder's knowledge in drawing up the specifications.

From Library Bookbinding by Bailey, Arthur Low

Although machine binding can be made exceedingly strong, machines cannot be used on library binding, because the books vary so much in size and lettering.

From Library Bookbinding by Bailey, Arthur Low

Guarding of first and last signatures is another of the distinctive features of library binding.

From Library Bookbinding by Bailey, Arthur Low

The paper in this series is fine, and the books are admirably adapted for private library binding.

From Christopher Columbus and His Monument Columbia being a concordance of choice tributes to the great Genoese, his grand discovery, and his greatness of mind and purpose by Dickey, J. M. (John Marcus)