"Commonplacing is the act of selecting important phrases, lines, and/or passages from texts and writing them down; the commonplace book is the notebook in which a reader has collected quotations from works she or he has read. Commonplace books can also include comments and notes from the reader." {From "Commonplaces: An Introduction" by John Hilgart and Van Hillard}
Other definitions:
- A book into which notable extracts from other works are copied for personal use.
- A notebook in which you enter memorabilia.
- The recording of words and ideas in a commonplace.
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I have never heard of commonplacing before, but I think I've collected phrases before.
ReplyDeleteMary,
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the idea of "commonplacing". If affirms whatI've been doing for years! Thank you for the explanation, affirmation, and confirmation. You are indeed a kindred spirit.
Pamm H