Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incunabula
noun
/ˌɪn.kjuˈnæb.jə.lə/
Definition
Books printed before 1501, especially those produced in the early days of printing with movable type.
Examples
- Many libraries around the world have collections of incunabula that showcase the dawn of modern publishing.
- Scholars often study incunabula to understand the evolution of typography and book design.
Meaning
Incunabula specifically refers to books that were created during the infancy of the printing press.
Synonyms
- early printed book
- pre-1501 book
