Bibliotheca — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌbi-blē-ə-ˈthē-kə/ bib·lio·the·ca

Meaning & Definition of Bibliotheca

Bibliotheca (noun)

  1. a collection of books
  2. a list of books

Bibliotheca (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in library, archive

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bibliotheca

The most common words with a similar meaning to Bibliotheca:

Word Forms of Bibliotheca

Inflections: bibliothecas, bibliothecae

Derived words: bibliothecal (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Bibliotheca

Latin, from Greek bibliothēkē, from bibli- + thēkē case; akin to Greek tithenai to put, place do

First known use: before 12th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Bibliotheca

What does "Bibliotheca" mean?

"Bibliotheca" means a collection of books. As a noun, it is defined as: a collection of books.

What is another word for "Bibliotheca"?

Other words for "Bibliotheca" include archive, library, stacks and rental library. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bibliotheca" you intend.

Is "Bibliotheca" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Bibliotheca" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Bibliotheca"?

"Bibliotheca" is pronounced /ˌbi-blē-ə-ˈthē-kə/ and divided into syllables as bib·lio·the·ca.

What is the origin of the word "Bibliotheca"?

"Bibliotheca" comes from Latin, from Greek bibliothēkē, from bibli- + thēkē case; akin to Greek tithenai to put, place do. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Bibliotheca" meaning "as in library, archive"?

When "Bibliotheca" (noun) means as in library, archive, synonyms include archive, library, stacks and rental library.

What are the forms of "Bibliotheca"?

The word forms of "Bibliotheca" include bibliothecas and bibliothecae.

What words are derived from "Bibliotheca"?

Words derived from "Bibliotheca" include bibliothecal (adjective).