: a piece of furniture consisting of shelves to hold books
Examples of bookcase in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebThe bookcases are almost always covered with a thin film of dust, and the shelves do not hide their age.—The New Yorker, 17 Feb. 2024 And instead of getting a ladder or rectangular bookcase, go for an arched option that screams bookshelf wealth.—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Mar. 2024 Fan favorites like the BILLY bookcase, HEMNES TV stand, and MALM dresser are all at a discount right now.—Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 11 Jan. 2024 Add plenty of vertical storage to your office with this ladder-style bookcase that comes with four open shelves and a matching drawer.—Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 23 Mar. 2024 Other luxurious interior touches include hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, a library with floor-to-ceiling bookcases and a wrap-around staircase with decorative flourishes.—Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 1 Feb. 2024 Offering everything from mattresses and rugs to entertainment centers and bookcases, Merino’s is the place to go.—Charlottefive Staff, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024 This innovative bookshelf design features 9 tiered wood shelves that hold more books than the standard small bookcase would.—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 21 Feb. 2024 His work emulates 18th- and 19th-century styles, and pieces include blanket chests, bookcases, end tables, clocks and beds, including four-poster canopies.—Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2024
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