单词 | funbook |
释义 | > as lemmasfunbook funbook n. (a) a book containing stories, games, puzzles, etc., intended to provide entertainment and amusement, typically for children; (b) U.S. a book of complimentary vouchers, coupons, etc., esp. for use in a casino. ΚΠ 1864 Amer. Lit. Gaz. 15 Dec. 115/1 We may describe it [sc. Lachende Kinder] as a Fun-Book for German children... The text is illustrated with a number of comical pictures. 1919 Overland Monthly May 457/2 Epworthian's Fun Book..presents new and old games. 1945 (title) Boy's fun book of things to make and do. 1955 Jrnl. Retailing Fall 137/2 [A popular device was] the 'fun book' (a set of coupons, sold at a very low price, entitling the holder to free or reduced rate admissions to a considerable number of attractions). 1991 J. L. Chariton in W. O. Chariton Rainy Days in Texas Funbk. (Introd.) Inside this ‘funbook’ you will find many interesting games to make and play. There are also puzzles to solve..and lots of things to color. 2006 D. G. Schwartz Roll Bones xvii. 415 Gaughan..invented the casino funbook, a book of coupons for free bets,..two-for-one specials, and the like. < as lemmas |
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