bibliophile
UK: ˈbɪbliəʊfaɪl | US: ˈbɪbliəfaɪl
n. a person who loves or collects books, especially as examples of fine or rare printing.
The word "bibliophile" combines the Greek morpheme biblio- (from biblion, meaning "book") and -phile (from philos, meaning "loving" or "friend"). It emerged in the early 19th century to describe enthusiasts of book collecting, reflecting the European tradition of valuing rare and beautifully crafted books. The term captures the intersection of intellectual passion (phile) and material appreciation (biblio).
The local library hosted a meetup for bibliophiles to discuss rare first editions.
As a lifelong bibliophile, she spent weekends scouring antique shops for vintage novels.
His reputation as a bibliophile grew after he donated a 15th-century manuscript to the museum.
The bibliophile’s home was filled with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves.
The book fair attracted bibliophiles from around the world.