slip-case

slip·case

[slip-keys]
noun
a box for a book or set of books, open on one side so that the spine is visible.

Origin:
1920–25; slip1 + case2

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slipcase (ˈslɪpˌkeɪs) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
a protective case for a book or set of books that is open at one end so that only the spines of the books are visible

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Slip-case is always a great word to know.
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