prebinding
/priˈbaɪndɪŋ/
noun
- The process of binding a book or document before it is sold or distributed, typically to increase durability.
- Many schools prefer prebinding for their reference materials.
- The cost of prebinding is often included in the price of the textbook.
- Prebinding is common for library books that will be checked out frequently.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to or used in the process of binding books in advance.
- They ordered a prebinding edition of the encyclopedia.
- The prebinding materials included heavy-duty thread and glue.
- The prebinding service offered reinforced covers and stitching.