Softcover — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈsȯf(t)-ˌkə-vər/ soft·cov·er

Meaning & Definition of Softcover

Softcover (adjective)

  1. bound in flexible covers, not bound in hard covers; specifically, paperback

Softcover (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in hardcover, hardback

    similar: hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound, pocket book, pocket edition, softback, trade book, trade edition, book, tome, volume, folio, quarto, guidebook, handbook, how-to, manual, 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 Softcover

The most common words with a similar meaning to Softcover:

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

Word Forms of Softcover

Derived words: softcover (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Softcover

First known use: 1952

Frequently Asked Questions about Softcover

What does "Softcover" mean?

"Softcover" means bound in flexible covers, not bound in hard covers; specifically, paperback. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: bound in flexible covers, not bound in hard covers; specifically, paperback.

What is another word for "Softcover"?

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

What are different ways to say "Softcover"?

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

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

"Softcover" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Softcover"?

"Softcover" is pronounced /ˈsȯf(t)-ˌkə-vər/ and divided into syllables as soft·cov·er.

What is the origin of the word "Softcover"?

First known use: 1952.

What is another word for "Softcover" meaning "as in hardcover, hardback"?

When "Softcover" (noun) means as in hardcover, hardback, synonyms include hardback, hardcover, paper, paperback, paperbound and pocket book.

What words are derived from "Softcover"?

Words derived from "Softcover" include softcover (noun).