softback

UK
/ˈsɒftbæk/
US
/ˈsɔftbæk/

Translations

softbacknoun
softbacks
pl
UK
/ˈsɒft.bæk/
US
/ˈsɑːft.bæk/
мягкая обложка
I prefer reading books in softback because they are lighter.
Я предпочитаю читать книги в мягкой обложке, потому что они легче.
Synonyms
flexible cover
softbackadjective
UK
/ˈsɒftbæk/
US
/ˈsɔftbæk/
I prefer reading softback books because they are lighter.
Я предпочитаю читать мягкие книги, потому что они легче.

Definitions

softbacknoun
A book bound in a flexible paper cover, also known as a paperback.
I prefer reading softbacks because they are lighter and easier to carry around.
softbackadjective
Having a flexible or soft cover, typically referring to a book.
I prefer reading softback novels because they are easier to carry around.