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bibliomania

1 of 1noun
/ˌbɪbliəˈmeɪniə/
Forms:bibliomanias
1

a great enthusiasm for collecting books

  • John's bibliomania was evident from the floor-to-ceiling bookshelves in his home, filled with rare and antique volumes.
  • The bookstore owner recognized the symptoms of bibliomania when the customer eagerly purchased every book in sight, regardless of the subject.
  • Jane's bibliomania led her to spend countless hours browsing bookstores and amassing an impressive collection.