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Octavo Definition & Meaning

octavo
noun
  1. the size of a book whose pages are made by folding a sheet of paper three times to form eight leaves

"Octavo" in song lyrics

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  • "Sheets folded a book of such pages a nine-inch octavo"
    Sway & King Tech f/ Planet Asia — Planet Asia Freestyle

Usage tips for "octavo"

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Frequently asked questions

What does octavo mean?
the size of a book whose pages are made by folding a sheet of paper three times to form eight leaves
What part of speech is octavo?
Octavo is a noun.

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