Folio — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈfō-lē-ˌō/ fo·lio

Meaning & Definition of Folio

Folio (noun)

  1. a leaf especially of a manuscript or book
  2. a leaf number
  3. a page number

Folio (verb)

  1. to put a serial number on each leaf or page of

Folio (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in quarto

    similar: quarto, hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound, pocket book, pocket edition, softback, softcover, trade book, trade edition, guidebook, handbook, how-to, manual, book, tome, volume, catalog, cyclopedia, dictionary, encyclopedia, monograph, primer, text, textbook, tract, treatise, novel, novelette, pulp, album, almanac, anthology, casebook, chapbook, omnibus, picture book

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Folio

The most common words with a similar meaning to Folio:

quarto, hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound, pocket book, pocket edition, softback, softcover, trade book, trade edition, guidebook, handbook, how-to, manual, book, tome, volume, catalog, cyclopedia, dictionary, encyclopedia, monograph, primer, text, textbook, tract, treatise, novel, novelette, pulp, album, almanac, anthology, casebook, chapbook, omnibus, picture book

Word Forms of Folio

Inflections: folios, folioed, folioing

Origin & Etymology of Folio

Middle English, from Latin, ablative of folium

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Folio

What does "Folio" mean?

"Folio" means a leaf especially of a manuscript or book. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a leaf especially of a manuscript or book.

What is another word for "Folio"?

Other words for "Folio" include quarto, hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound, pocket book and pocket edition. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Folio" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Folio"?

There are 39 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Folio". Common alternatives include quarto, hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound, pocket book, pocket edition, softback and softcover.

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

"Folio" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Folio"?

"Folio" is pronounced /ˈfō-lē-ˌō/ and divided into syllables as fo·lio.

What is the origin of the word "Folio"?

"Folio" comes from Middle English, from Latin, ablative of folium. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Folio" meaning "as in quarto"?

When "Folio" (noun) means as in quarto, synonyms include quarto, hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback and paperbound.

What does "Folio" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Folio" means: a leaf especially of a manuscript or book; a leaf number; a page number.