book-hater
|book-ha-ter|
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/bʊk ˈheɪtər/
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/bʊk ˈheɪtə/
dislikes books
Etymology
Etymology Information
'book-hater' originates from the combination of 'book' and 'hater', where 'book' refers to a written or printed work and 'hater' refers to someone who dislikes something.
Historical Evolution
'book-hater' is a modern English term formed by combining 'book' and 'hater', reflecting a straightforward meaning without significant historical transformation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'someone who dislikes books', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
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Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who dislikes or has an aversion to books.
Despite being a book-hater, he was forced to read for his literature class.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45