bookcase

noun

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

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This prompted its team to pivot to a more mobile model: public bookcases. Meriem Belhiba, Christian Science Monitor, 10 June 2025 The space also has the house's original fireplace, which is lined with two custom bookcases and topped with a smart TV. Raven Brunner, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025 Clean off nightstands, dressers, bookcases, side tables, beds, chairs, and floors. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025 Works on display include iconic pieces by bygone designers, among them a bookcase by Ico Parisi, and a cabinet originally designed by Gio Ponti and later revamped by Piero Fornasetti features green lacquer and black malachite, as well as Sottsass’ Sun carpet. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 26 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for bookcase

Word History

First Known Use

1698, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 18 Jun. 2025.

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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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