library book

Due-date stamped read

A library book is a book that belongs to a library's collection rather than to an individual.

The term usually implies the book is borrowed and must be returned: I need to renew my library books before they're overdue.

Library books typically bear identifying marks—stamps, barcodes, or plastic covers—distinguishing them from personal copies.

Related

spine · pages · borrow · shelf · due date · return date · due back · bookmark · hardcover · paperback · plastic cover · lending · renewal · fine · reading · cover · dusty · worn

Categories
Opposites
ownership status

library bookkeeper

One who guards

permanent collection · collectible

material condition/treatment

library bookcollector's edition

Special version for devotees

first edition · signed copy · coffee table book · rare book · limited edition

Family

library, book, libraries, librarian, librarians, librarianship, books, booked, booking

Familiarity
Top 20,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G