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Term: 8vo

Description:

8vo, short for octavo, is a term used in the field of bookbinding and publishing to denote a specific size of a book. It refers to a book that is approximately 8 to 9 inches in height, and is a common format used for both popular and local publications.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 (Noun):

In bookbinding, 8vo refers to a book that is printed and bound in the 8vo format.

Sample Sentence: The novel was published in an 8vo edition, making it compact and easily portable.

Sense 2 (Adjective):

In the world of literature, an 8vo edition is used to denote a specific size of a book, typically referring to its height.

Sample Sentence: The library housed a collection of 8vo editions, showcasing the diversity of book sizes throughout history.

Sense 3 (Abbreviation):

8vo is also used as an abbreviation for "eighth volume" or "eighth edition," referencing the sequential order of volumes in a book series or the editions of a publication.

Sample Sentence: The encyclopedia series reached its 8vo with the publication of the eighth volume, covering topics from S-Z.