Bookbinding (noun)

1. The act or process of binding printed pages into a book.
2. The process of attaching the pages of a book together.
3. The trade or work of a bookbinder.
4. The materials used in making the cover and binding of a book.
5. The art and craft of producing high-quality bound books.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from book + binding.

Examples:

1. The bookbinding process involved carefully sewing the pages together and covering them in leather.
2. The skilled bookbinder was famous for the intricate designs on the covers of her books.
3. The bookbinding shop was filled with tools, glue, and rolls of cloth used in binding books.
4. The collector was impressed by the beautiful bookbinding on the antique volumes in the library.
5. The students learned the basic techniques of bookbinding in their craft class.