Thumb-index
verb (used with object)
1.
to provide (a book) with a thumb index.
noun
1.
a series of labeled notches cut along the fore edge of a book, to indicate the divisions or sections.
noun
1.
a series of indentations cut into the fore edge of a book to facilitate quick reference
verb
2.
(transitive) to furnish with a thumb index
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