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Schutzumschlag

dust jacket (of a book)

noun SHOOTS-um-shlahk Rare
Arts & Culture Literature

Usage Note

Schutzumschlag is the removable paper cover around a hardback book's binding. It combines Schutz (protection) and Umschlag (envelope/cover). Collectors often preserve it as it affects a book's value significantly.

Examples

"Das antiquarische Buch war noch mit seinem originalen Schutzumschlag versehen."

Natural Translation

The second-hand book still had its original dust jacket.

Literal Translation

The antiquarian book was still with its original protective-cover provided.

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