bibliophile
noun
bib·lio·phile ˈbi-blē-ə-ˌfī(-ə)l 
: a lover of books especially for qualities of format
also : a book collector
Examples of bibliophile in a Sentence
for bibliophiles, no electronic device could possibly give the tactile pleasure of a beautifully bound book
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For bibliophiles, reading is an immersive experience, so gifts that help set the stage for peaceful reading sessions, like candles or a bottle of wine, are a great idea. —
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026 Cincinnati is great for bibliophiles, as the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library has 41 locations, and more than 395,000 residents have library cards. —Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Feb. 2026 This poignant love letter to bibliophiles and indie booksellers is absolute catnip for readers like you. —Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 6 Feb. 2026 Tucked in the back of the store, a book room is a bibliophile’s haven, where shoppers linger among titles warmed by an oversized hanging lamp and retro furniture. —Kansas City Star, 23 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bibliophile
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026 Cincinnati is great for bibliophiles, as the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library has 41 locations, and more than 395,000 residents have library cards. —Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Feb. 2026 This poignant love letter to bibliophiles and indie booksellers is absolute catnip for readers like you. —Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 6 Feb. 2026 Tucked in the back of the store, a book room is a bibliophile’s haven, where shoppers linger among titles warmed by an oversized hanging lamp and retro furniture. —Kansas City Star, 23 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bibliophile
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“Bibliophile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/bibliophile. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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