chapbook
Translation
chapbook
Examples
He published his poems in a small chapbook.
He published his poems in a small chapbook.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) chapbook a small, inexpensive book or pamphlet The poet self-published a chapbook of her work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pamphlet, booklet, zine
Etymology
From 'chapman' (a peddler) + 'book'. A book sold by a peddler.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'cheap book' sold by a 'chap', which was an old term for a peddler.