chapbook

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Definitions of chapbook word

noun chapbook a book of popular ballads, stories, etc, formerly sold by chapmen or pedlars 3
noun chapbook a small book or pamphlet of poems, ballads, religious tracts, etc. 3
noun chapbook a small book or pamphlet of popular tales, ballads, etc., formerly hawked about by chapmen. 1
noun chapbook a small book or pamphlet, often of poetry. 1
noun chapbook A small pamphlet containing tales, ballads, or tracts, sold by peddlers. 1
noun chapbook pamphlet 1

before 1790

One of the 43% newest English words

1790-1800; chap (as in chapman) + book

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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