Half Binding (Noun)
Meaning
Book binding in which the spine and part of the sides are bound in one material and the rest in another.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The book's half binding featured a leather spine and corners, with the rest of the cover made of a decorative paper.
- The rare edition was identified by its distinctive half binding, which combined a rich brown leather with a marbled paper.
- In the 18th century, half binding was a common practice among bookbinders, allowing them to create attractive and durable volumes.
- The conservator carefully restored the half binding on the antique volume, preserving the original leather and paper.
- The book's half binding, with its contrasting leather and cloth, added a touch of elegance to the overall design.