Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

quarto

noun

/ˈkwɔːr.toʊ/

Definition

A book or pamphlet made up of four sheets of paper, each folded to create four leaves (eight pages).

Examples

The author published her latest novel in quarto format to enhance its readability.
Many classic texts were originally printed in quarto size, making them more portable.
The library had a collection of quartos from the 17th century, invaluable for researchers.

Meaning

The term ‘quarto’ comes from a method of folding and cutting paper. It refers specifically to a book size created by folding each sheet into quarters, which is a common format in the publishing industry.