book lover

Thân thiện

A book lover sits in a cozy armchair reading a novel.

Definition

Noun: A person who has a strong affection for books, typically deriving great pleasure from reading them. Such a person often collects books.

Usage

The term "book lover" is used to describe an individual whose passion is centered on books. It emphasizes a deep, personal enjoyment of reading and often, but not always, an interest in owning books. * She is a true book lover; her house is filled with shelves of novels, poetry, and history. * The library event was organized specifically for book lovers in the community. * As a lifelong book lover, he spends every Saturday afternoon in a quiet corner of the bookstore.

Advanced Usage

• The term can imply a certain character trait, suggesting a person who is thoughtful, curious, and enjoys solitary or intellectual pursuits.
  • In her profile, she described herself as a quiet book lover and a keen observer of human nature.

Variants and Related Words

• Bibliophile (noun): A more formal synonym for "book lover," often with a stronger implication of collecting books, especially rare or fine editions.
  • The auction was attended by serious bibliophiles from around the world.
• Bookworm (noun): A colloquial term for a person who reads a lot, sometimes with a connotation of being studious or overly immersed in books.
  • He was known as a bookworm in school, always having his nose in a novel.

Synonyms

• Reader
• Bibliophile
• Bookworm

Related Idioms

• To have one's nose in a book: To be reading intently.
  • Whenever I see her, she has her nose in a book.
• To be a voracious reader: To read eagerly and in great quantities.
  • The book lover was also a voracious reader, finishing several books a week.

Học thuật

Noun

1. someone who loves (and usually collects) books

Từ đồng nghĩa

• bibliophile
• booklover