Word of the Day: Colophon

Can you pronounce colophon?

January 31, 2026

Today's Word Brought to You By noun 1. An inscription at the end of a book or manuscript usually with facts about its production. 2. An identifying mark used by a printer or a publisher. Today's Word Brought to You By   Could 2026 Be the Year of the E-Bike? Whether you're commuting to work or headed out for an adventure, an e-bike lets you get there with a lot more fun. Upway offers certified e-bikes from brands like Trek and Specialized for hundreds less than buying new. Each bike is expertly refurbished, quality-tested, and backed by a warranty, so the quality feels solid without the full new-bike price. See Bikes *This content is brought to you by our sponsor, which helps keep our content free. "When starting a new book, I like to flip to the colophon to see where and how it was printed." "The colophon explained that the paper was handmade and the type set by hand." "I try to shelve my books so the colophons on the spines line up." Greek, early 17th century Publishers will be familiar with the colophon, an inscription at the end of a book with information about its production, such as the designer, type face, cover artist, and printer. The other usage of "colophon" refers to ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words?

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