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Vocabulary Entry
quarto
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A book size produced by folding a sheet of paper twice, resulting in four pages.
Example Sentences
"The library has a vast collection of quarto editions from the 18th century."
"He prefers reading novels in quarto format for easier handling."
"The quarto was published in a limited run and is highly sought after by collectors."
V
verb
To publish or print in the quarto format.
Example Sentences
"The publisher decided to quarto the manuscript for wider distribution."
"They plan to quarto the new edition of the classic novel next year."
"He was thrilled when his play was chosen to be quartoed by a reputable firm."
A
adjective
Relating to a book or page size that is produced by folding a sheet of paper twice.
Example Sentences
"She prefers quarto-sized books because they are easier to hold."
"The quarto volumes are beautifully illustrated and bound."
"In the collection, there were several quarto and octavo formats."