1. having the binding removed or separated from the pages
Usage: typically used of books or publications

Examples

• The old textbook was completely disbound after years of heavy use.
• She found several disbound pages from the manuscript scattered on the floor.
• The library had to repair the disbound volumes before putting them back on the shelf.
• The disbound journal pages were carefully preserved in protective sleeves.
• After the flood, many books in the basement were left disbound and damaged.