noun
- the love of books, especially the collecting and appreciation of books as physical objects
Usage: formal
Examples
- His bibliophily began in college when he started collecting first editions.
- The rare book dealer’s bibliophily was evident in her carefully curated collection.
- Bibliophily involves not just reading books but appreciating their craftsmanship and history.
- The library’s special collections department attracts visitors with serious bibliophily.
- Her bibliophily led her to spend weekends browsing antique bookshops.
- The auction house specializes in serving clients with refined bibliophily.