Definition of bookcase
: a piece of furniture consisting of shelves to hold books
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What was supposed to be the bedroom closet was walled up and two bookcases were built with enough space for a pull-out couch in between them.
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For first-time climbers, this information is especially useful, breaking down vast, complex landscapes into simple steps—like reading the directions about how to assemble a bookcase from Ikea.
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Jazz from a real record player wafts in the background as Tess walks past Simone’s record collection, her bookcases, and even her open Paris Review.
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These speakeasy-style entertainment areas are space-savers tucked behind mirror, doors and bookcase.
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Howell also praised the response of students and staff who followed training by sheltering in place and barricading classroom doors with bookcases and desks, Howell said.
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Or pull those books out of the main bookcase and display them someplace else, perhaps in a bedroom or on the coffee table for a different effect.
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She and Peregalli salvaged every single Mongiardino detail that could be saved, from antique wallpapers to the Charles X–inspired bookcases that encircle a library designed in the turquerie style.
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In addition to the standard crevice tool, dusting brush, and upholstery brush, many models have specially designed extras for cleaning mattresses, removing pet hair, and even dusting ceiling fans and the tops of bookcases.
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First Known Use of bookcase
1698
BOOKCASE Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of bookcase for English Language Learners
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: a piece of furniture with shelves to hold books
BOOKCASE Defined for Kids
Definition of bookcase for Students
: a set of shelves to hold books
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