book club

noun

1
: an organization that ships selected books to members usually on a regular schedule and often at discount prices
2
: a group of people who meet regularly to discuss books they are reading

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Organizations such as public libraries, book clubs, universities and news organizations benefited from this legal approach. Oana Godeanu-Kenworthy, Fortune, 25 May 2026 Organizations such as public libraries, book clubs, universities and news organizations benefited from this legal approach. Oana Godeanu-Kenworthy, The Conversation, 22 May 2026 Simple initiatives like coffee chats, peer recognition or book clubs can foster belonging. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026 Cellar Door Bookstore This stalwart all-interest Riverside store has book clubs, events, open mic nights and a resident dog. Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for book club

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of book club was in 1904

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“Book club.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/book%20club. Accessed 27 May. 2026.

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