ˈbu̇k 1 syllable common
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noun.a set of written sheets of skin or paper or tablets of wood or ivory
- an address book
- reading a good book
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noun.a set of written, printed, or blank sheets bound together between a front and back cover
- reference books
- hardcover and paperback books
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noun.a long written or printed literary composition
- the books of the Bible
- put his hand on the Book and took the oath
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adjective.derived from books and not from practical experience
- book learning
- book assets
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adjective.shown by ledgers
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verb.to register (something, such as a name) for some future activity or condition (as to engage transportation or reserve lodgings)
- was booked to sail on Monday
- book the band for a week
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verb.to schedule engagements for
- booking a strategy meeting
- book two seats at the theater
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verb.to set aside time for
- tried to make reservations, but they were all booked up
- was booked on suspicion of murder
Origin
Middle English, from Old English bōc; akin to Old High German buoh book, Goth boka letter.