noun
- the practice, habit, or passion of collecting and reading books; love of books and book collecting.
Usage: formal; often used to describe an enthusiast's devotion to acquiring and preserving rare or valuable books
Examples
- Her bibliophilism led her to spend weekends hunting for first editions at antiquarian bookshops.
- The collector's bibliophilism was evident in the thousands of volumes lining every wall of his home.
- He pursued bibliophilism not merely for investment, but for the genuine joy of owning and reading great literature.
- Bibliophilism has grown as a hobby among readers who appreciate the tactile and aesthetic qualities of physical books.
- The library curator's bibliophilism made her an expert in identifying rare and valuable manuscripts.