Definitions

out of print

[out-uhv-print] / ˈaʊt əvˈprɪnt /

ADJECTIVE

no longer in print

Synonyms

WEAK

no longer published nonexistent obsolete out of stock public domain unattainable

Example Sentences

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Today it’s out of print, available only as an ebook, though pricey used copies can still be had.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

So when Hachette Book Group’s Grand Central Publishing division requested Collins write the introduction to its new edition of “Survivor,” hitting shelves in September after more than 40 years out of print, she was apprehensive.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

"I am really sad because some of the books have already run out of print," she said.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

I find people have it on their Kwanzaa setups and it is now out of print, long out of print, and people needed a new version.

From Salon • Dec. 28, 2024

She went to three bookstores, but Danny reminded her that it was out of print.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova