bookbinding
[/ˈbʊkˌbaɪndɪŋ/]
nounpl: bookbindings
encadernação
1. the craft or process of binding books, including sewing pages together and attaching them to a cover
She studied bookbinding for three years before opening her own shop.
Ela estudou encadernação por três anos antes de abrir sua própria loja.
2. the cover or binding of a finished book
The antique bookbinding was made of leather and decorated with gold leaf.
A encadernação antiga era feita de couro e decorada com folha de ouro.
3. the business or industry of binding books
The bookbinding industry has evolved significantly with digital printing technologies.
A indústria de encadernação evoluiu significativamente com as tecnologias de impressão digital.
Bookbinding is a traditional craft with deep historical roots in both Brazilian and Portuguese cultural heritage, particularly in the context of preserving important historical documents and creating artisanal books. In contemporary times, there has been a resurgence of interest in traditional bookbinding as a sustainable, artisanal alternative to mass-produced books, with communities of makers sharing techniques both in-person and online.
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