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Word of the Day – Colophon

By December 8, 2020Word of the Day

Colophon (noun)

kol-o-fon

A publisher’s emblem or imprint, usually on the title page of a book.

Early 17th century (denoting a finishing touch): via late Latin from Greek kolophōn ‘summit or finishing touch’.

Example sentences

“A dragon featured on the colophon.”

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