noun
- the inside cover of a book that is pasted to the first or last page
Usage: bookbinding
Examples
- The bookbinder carefully applied the pastedown to the inside front cover.
- A library stamp was visible on the front pastedown of the old novel.
- The pastedown had come loose from years of handling.
- She noticed the author’s signature on the rear pastedown.
- The antique book’s pastedown showed signs of age and wear.
- During restoration, they had to replace the damaged pastedown.