Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bibliology

Noun

/ˌbɪb.liˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

Definition

The study of books as physical objects, their history, production, and impact on culture and society.

Examples

The bibliology course explores the evolution of printed texts.
Experts in bibliology study ancient manuscripts to understand their historical context.
His research in bibliology highlighted the significance of the book industry.

Meaning

Bibliology focuses on the analysis of books including aspects such as book design, publishing, and the role of books in communication and knowledge sharing.