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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Choose a large statement piece such as a tall bookcase or an intricate vertical mirror to draw the eye up. Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2025 The mini libraries, part of the Kendra Scott Foundation, are yellow bookcases loaded with stories about kids from all backgrounds, to encourage childhood literacy in all kids — but especially those who don't usually see people who look like them in typical library books. Gillian Telling, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025 Those who took a quick peek inside the front window saw walls lined with bookcases and young, Black men strewn about in old, thrifted armchairs, their laps piled high with books. Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025 The genre’s vibe is reflected in the store’s decor, with black tin ceilings, moody lighting, and dark wood bookcases. Jennifer Billock, AFAR Media, 22 Oct. 2025 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 11 Nov. 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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