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matchbook

[ mach-book ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a small cardboard folder into which several rows of paper matches match are stapled or glued.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of matchbook¹

First recorded in 1810–15; match ¹ + book

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Example Sentences

The sensors are roughly the size of a standard matchbook, inserted into a secure pouch where they remain.

From FiveThirtyEight

It’s easy to imagine a world in which the priciest outdoor dining experiences include wool throws in the same way that restaurants used to offer matchbooks.

From Eater

I started fumbling around in the center drawer of my desk for a matchbook.

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