: a piece of furniture consisting of shelves to hold books
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But the focal point of her living space was a bookcase laden with 26 reference volumes bound in dark-blue cloth.—
Kaitlyn Tiffany,
The Atlantic,
20 June 2026 The rounded corners of this plush wool rug can help soften the lines of a room, especially in a nursery filled with cribs, dressers, and bookcases.—
Briana Feigon,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2026 Even without investing in new shelving, editing overcrowded bookcases and leaving more negative space between objects can instantly make a room feel lighter.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026 These items are durable, age well, and can be used to style everything from kitchen open shelving to living room bookcases.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for bookcase