bookcase

noun

book·​case ˈbu̇k-ˌkās How to pronounce bookcase (audio)
Synonyms of bookcasenext
: a piece of furniture consisting of shelves to hold books

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Use the full height of the walls with bookcases, cabinets, or a row of hooks to draw the eye upward. Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 29 June 2026 Other standout markdowns include a bamboo bookcase and a statement-making sideboard cabinet. Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2026 The mood comes crashing down when Joe falls into a bookcase while trying to undress. Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 At Thursday’s hearing, Allman appeared on screen from his hospital, seated in a chair beside a bookcase. Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for bookcase

Word History

First Known Use

1698, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bookcase was in 1698

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“Bookcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bookcase. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

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bookcase

noun
book·​case ˈbu̇k-ˌkās How to pronounce bookcase (audio)
: a set of shelves to hold books
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