"for the book" meaning in All languages combined

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Adjective [English]

Etymology: Originally from turn up for the book. Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} for the book (not comparable)
  1. (idiomatic) Notable, remarkable or surprising. Tags: idiomatic, not-comparable Synonyms: for the books Related terms: for the ages
    Sense id: en-for_the_book-en-adj-fzLitHhb Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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