Definition of BOOKCASE

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In terms of space requirements, these systems range in size from a narrow bookcase-size space for a modular system up to a laundry closet or small attic space for a bank of wired cells. — Popular Mechanics Editors, Popular Mechanics, "How To Live Off the Grid," 10 June 2019 Vertical farming refers to produce that's grown indoors, often in stacks that resemble a bookcase. — Brittany Gibson, CNN, "This online grocer is backing Europe's biggest vertical farm," 10 June 2019 Use this sleek bookcase to corral excess books and decorative objects. — Brigitt Earley, Good Housekeeping, "18 Pieces from Walmart’s New MoDRN Collection That’ll Upgrade Every Room in Your Home," 20 May 2019 In the family room of a New York City apartment designed by Brad Ford, the sofa is by Flexform, the chairs are by Arflex, and the vintage Italian bookcase is from R.E. Steele Antiques. — Elle Decor Editors, ELLE Decor, "Inside a Traditional Prewar Apartment with Unique, Handmade Accents," 13 Sep. 2018 That rules out towering bookcases and racks of audio equipment. — Al Kemp, The Seattle Times, "How I came to grips with a downsized Christmas," 12 Dec. 2018 Up At the Paludan Bog & Cafe, a coffee shop with an upper level of vast bookcases. — Louis Cheslaw, Condé Nast Traveler, "What To Do In Copenhagen In December 2018," 6 Dec. 2018 In a cozy library, the insides of the bookcases were painted a brilliant red by Hicks, who also lined the upper walls with dark red velvet recycled from old curtains. — Robert O'byrne, ELLE Decor, "Tour a Legendary Manor in Northern Ireland," 12 Oct. 2018 Located in the center of Little Tokyo, the crisp white hotel’s sculptural façade is inspired by origami and opens to a tranquil patio and Japanese garden: plush seating is framed by a bookcase stocked with literature and ceramics. — Michaela Trimble, Vogue, "An Insider’s Guide to the Little Tokyo of Mexico City," 23 Jan. 2019

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