Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ex-libris

noun

/ɛks ˈlaɪbrɪs/

Definition

A label or stamp used to indicate the owner of a book.

Examples

The library had a beautiful collection of ex-libris belonging to famous authors.
She designed her own ex-libris to personalize her book collection.
Each ex-libris was unique, reflecting the personality of the owner.

Meaning

Ex-libris is a term derived from Latin, meaning ‘from the books of’. It is often represented as a decorative bookplate inserted inside a book, showing who the book belongs to.