Definition

A place where books are put together and finished, usually involving the binding of pages and covers.

Example

The new bindery in town produces high-quality books for local authors.

Conversation

Have you ever visited a bindery before?

No, I haven’t. What’s it like?

It’s fascinating to see how books are put together in a bindery.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to check it out sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bindery → It is formed from "bind" (from Old English "bindan", meaning to tie or fasten) and "-ery" (a suffix denoting a place associated with a specific activity). A bindery is a place where books are tied or fastened together, typically in the process of bookbinding.

Memory Tip

Think of 'binding' something together, as in tying it up, and remember that a 'bindery' is a place where this tying or fastening happens.

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