Scrapbook: meaning, definitions and examples
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scrapbook
[ ˈskrapˌbʊk ]
memory preservation
A scrapbook is a book with empty pages where people can keep photos, clippings, and other memories to preserve them for the future. It serves as a creative way to capture and cherish moments.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I love looking through my grandmother's old scrapbook and seeing all the memories she collected.
- She spent hours working on her scrapbook, carefully arranging each photo and memento.
creative expression
A scrapbook can also refer to a collection of artistic work, such as collages, drawings, and writings, creatively arranged in a book format. It allows individuals to express themselves through various mediums.
Synonyms
art journal, creative compilation, mixed media book
Examples of usage
- She poured her heart into creating a beautiful scrapbook filled with poems and illustrations.
- The scrapbook featured a stunning combination of colors, textures, and words.
Translations
Translations of the word "scrapbook" in other languages:
🇵🇹 álbum de recortes
🇮🇳 स्क्रैपबुक
🇩🇪 Sammelalbum
🇮🇩 buku tempel
🇺🇦 альбом для вирізок
🇵🇱 album na wycinki
🇯🇵 スクラップブック (sukurappubukku)
🇫🇷 album de coupures
🇪🇸 álbum de recortes
🇹🇷 scrapbook
🇰🇷 스크랩북 (seukeuraepbuk)
🇸🇦 ألبوم القصاصات
🇨🇿 sbírková kniha
🇸🇰 scrapbook
🇨🇳 剪贴簿 (jiǎn tiē bù)
🇸🇮 album izrezkov
🇮🇸 klippubók
🇰🇿 жинақ кітап
🇬🇪 ალბომი ამონაჭრებით
🇦🇿 qırıq-qırıq albom
🇲🇽 álbum de recortes
Word origin
The term 'scrapbook' originated in the 19th century, derived from the practice of collecting 'scraps' or small pieces of paper with written notes or mementos. Initially used for documenting historical events and family memories, scrapbooks have evolved into a popular hobby and form of artistic expression.
See also: scrape, scraper, scrapings, scrapper, scrapping, scraps.