noun
verso
VUR-soh/ˈvɜːrsəʊ/
The reverse side of a book leaf, usually the left-hand page when open.
The highlighted left-hand page is the verso of the book leaf.
Etymology
Turning a leaf reveals its reverse side. Verso names that back face, which is the left-hand page when a book is open.
More examples
- The verso of this leaf is blank.
- A handwritten note covers the verso of the final leaf.
- Even page numbers usually appear on versos.
Forms
verso · versos