bookbinding

[ boo k-bahyn-ding ]

/ ˈbʊkˌbaɪn dɪŋ /

the process or art of binding books.

Origin of bookbinding

First recorded in 1765–75; book + binding

The Jacobean period was a decorative one, but not one of the highest level of the art of bookbinding.

English Heraldic Book-stamps |Cyril Davenport
As a substitute for glue in joinery work, bookbinding, &c., it has proved of little value.

Researches on Cellulose |C. F. Cross
He has learnt the trade of bookbinding, and can well support himself.

Anecdotes & Incidents of the Deaf and Dumb |W. R. Roe
Another vexation of unfortunate annexs is in the matter of bookbinding.

East of Paris |Matilda Betham-Edwards

The note which Winifred did read was from the bookbinding manager who had all but engaged her that day.

The Bartlett Mystery |Louis Tracy