Textbook

usgb/ˈtekstbʊk/
noun

A book used for the study of a subject.

I bought a new textbook for my English class
Visual representation of "textbook" - A book used for the study of a subject

Often appears as...

  • brand new textbook
  • buy a textbook

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Academic

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Subject Specific

Textbooks are tailored to a specific course or field of study, like chemistry or history.

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The library has a section for used biology textbooks.
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Academic Language

Textbooks often contain more formal language and terminology relevant to their subject.

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The textbook explained psychological terms very clearly.
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Structured Learning

Textbooks are designed to present information in a structured way, usually in chapters.

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Please read chapter 3 of our textbook for homework.
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