bibliopegy

noun

bib·​li·​op·​e·​gy ˌbi-blē-ˈä-pə-jē How to pronounce bibliopegy (audio)
: the art of binding books
bibliopegic
ˌbi-blē-ə-ˈpe-jik How to pronounce bibliopegy (audio)
-ˈpē-
adjective
bibliopegist
ˌbi-blē-ˈä-pə-jist How to pronounce bibliopegy (audio)
noun

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One of the most macabre practices featured in The Madman’s Library is anthropodermic bibliopegy, or the art of binding books in human skin. —Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Apr. 2021

Word History

Etymology

ultimately from Greek bibli- + pēgnynai to fasten together — more at pact

First Known Use

circa 1852, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bibliopegy was circa 1852

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“Bibliopegy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bibliopegy. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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