| adj. | 1. | Having rigid front and back covers, usually boards covered with paper, cloth, or leather; - of books. Contrasted with |
| n. | 1. | A book with cardboard or cloth or leather covers; a hardcover book. Compare |
| Noun | 1. | hardback - a book with cardboard or cloth or leather covers Synonyms: hardcover |
| Adj. | 1. | hardback - having a hard back or cover; "hardback books" |