Dust jacket: meaning, definitions and examples
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dust jacket
[ ˈdʌst ˈdʒækɪt ]
book cover
A removable paper cover used to protect a book. It usually contains the title, author's name, and artwork related to the book.
Synonyms
book cover, protector
Examples of usage
- The dust jacket of this novel has a beautiful illustration on it.
- Don't throw away the dust jacket, it helps protect the book.
Translations
Translations of the word "dust jacket" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sobrecapa
🇮🇳 धूल कवर
🇩🇪 Schutzumschlag
🇮🇩 sampul debu
🇺🇦 суперобкладинка
🇵🇱 obwoluta
🇯🇵 カバー
🇫🇷 jaquette
🇪🇸 sobrecubierta
🇹🇷 toz ceket
🇰🇷 책 커버
🇸🇦 غلاف الغبار
🇨🇿 prachový přebal
🇸🇰 prachový obal
🇨🇳 书皮
🇸🇮 prašni ovitek
🇮🇸 rykblaðka
🇰🇿 шаң қаптамасы
🇬🇪 მტვრის ქურთუკი
🇦🇿 toz örtüyü
🇲🇽 sobrecubierta
Word origin
The dust jacket, also known as a dust wrapper or book jacket, originated in the 19th century as a way to protect expensive books from dust and wear. Initially used only for expensive editions, it eventually became a standard feature of most hardcover books. The dust jacket also became a way to market and promote the book, with eye-catching designs and artwork drawing readers' attention. Today, dust jackets are an integral part of the publishing industry, serving both practical and aesthetic purposes.