Bookplate - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
A bookplate is a small printed label pasted inside a book to show ownership. It often includes the owner’s name, coat of arms, or a decorative design.
Definition:
A label in a book showing ownership, often decorative and pasted inside the cover.
Synonyms:
ex libris, ownership label, nameplate
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
(No direct antonyms; contextually: blank page, unmarked book)
Common Collocations:
personalized bookplate, decorative bookplate, signed bookplate, vintage bookplate, collectible bookplate
Derivatives:
bookplates (plural), bookplated (past tense)
Usage Tips:
Use "bookplate" to describe a personalized label indicating ownership of a book, often found on the inside cover.
Common Phrases:
(No common phrases or idioms; term is specific.)
Etymology:
From "book" + "plate," referring to a flat piece (plate) used in books for identification since the 18th century.
Examples:
- 1. She carefully pasted her new bookplate inside the novel.
- 2. The library donated books still bearing their original bookplates.
- 3. His collection featured ornate bookplates from famous artists.
- 4. A custom bookplate makes a thoughtful gift for readers.