"rag book" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: rag books [plural]
Etymology: Patented by the Dean's Rag Book Company in 1903. Head templates: {{en-noun}} rag book (plural rag books)
  1. A book with pages made from fabric, usually cotton, designed to be used by young children. Categories (topical): Books Synonyms: ragbook Translations (book with fabric pages designed for young children): llyfr clwt [masculine] (Welsh)

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