dust cover
- noun
- /dʌst ˈkʌvər/
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sobrecubierta
- The collector carefully placed each novel back on the shelf, ensuring that the dust covers were pristine.
I have to, you know, I somewhat agree with this because I don't, I can't read with the dust cover on my book.
- I have to, you know, I somewhat agree with this because I don't, I can't read with the dust cover on my book.
Examples
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Make sure to remove the dust cover before reading the book to appreciate the artwork underneath.
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I have to, you know, I somewhat agree with this because I don't, I can't read with the dust cover on my book.
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The new book arrived with a beautiful dust cover that features a stunning illustration on the front.
Synonyms
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1.0
A thing like a lid or blanket that lies over something to keep it safe
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2.7
A removable paper cover for a book with pictures and short text
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4.1
A removable paper cover that protects a book and shows a picture or information
A removable paper cover that protects a book and often has pictures or text
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly and transparently derived from combining 'dust' (tiny particles) with 'cover' (an object that protects another item): it denotes a cover whose purpose is to keep off dust. This simple noun–noun composition follows common, cross-linguistic compounding patterns, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents will readily infer the intended meaning.
Etymology
The book sense of dust cover comes from a thin paper jacket wrapped around a book to stop dust, show the title, and protect the pages. So it means 'a removable paper jacket that protects a book'.