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noun (1)

ˈbu̇k How to pronounce book (audio)
Definition of booknext
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as in paperback
a set of printed sheets of paper bound together between covers and forming a work of fiction or nonfiction I bought another new book yesterday, and I can't wait to read it

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2
as in Bible
capitalized a book made up of the writings accepted by Christians as coming from God offered to swear on the Book that everything had happened just as he said

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as in newspaper
a publication that appears at regular intervals older people in these parts still tend to call a magazine a book

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as in scoop
information not generally available to the public what's the book on the new company president?

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book

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verb (1)

1
as in to reserve
to arrange to have something (as a hotel room) held for one's future use we booked a conference room for the meeting next week

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as in to move
slang to leave a place often for another I'm running late, so I've got to book

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books

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noun (2)

plural of book
1
as in paperbacks
a set of printed sheets of paper bound together between covers and forming a work of fiction or nonfiction I bought another new book yesterday, and I can't wait to read it

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as in periodicals
a publication that appears at regular intervals older people in these parts still tend to call a magazine a book

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books

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verb (2)

present tense third-person singular of book
1
as in reserves
to arrange to have something (as a hotel room) held for one's future use we booked a conference room for the meeting next week

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2
as in moves
slang to leave a place often for another I'm running late, so I've got to book

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of book
Noun
Her father inspired her philanthropic initiative, The Imagination Library, which has given free books to millions of children around the world. — Tania Bryer, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026 The Imagination Library mails free books to children around the world. — Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 29 Aug. 2026
Verb
Soon after, the number of immigrants in ICE custody booked into the jail plummeted, ProPublica’s analysis shows. — Mario Ariza, ProPublica, 27 Aug. 2026 Neil Young did originally book Dolly Parton as the opening act for four dates on his 1978 fall tour of arenas and amphitheaters. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2026
Noun
In 1996, when the first three novels were reprinted again, Kennedy appended a prelude that reads like an account of the cycle’s evolution—except that the author of these books is identified as Billy Phelan’s nephew Daniel Quinn. — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026 These are five outstanding books that are in conversation with the classics. — Chloe Gong, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
Verb
Graham is the unabashed matriarch of the flock, who every year chooses the destination, books the hut, plans the menu, does meal prep, and designs the commemorative T-shirts. — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 30 July 2026 The long shots Value bettors can find some very good odds on the clubs that books and markets aren’t loving right now. — Tim Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for book
Recent Examples of Synonyms for book
  1. paperback
  2. Bible
  3. newspaper
  4. scoop
  5. reserve
  6. move
  7. hardcover
  8. journal
Noun
  • Yen Press released an English translation in digital and paperback formats in 2020.
    — Aman Kumar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The new paperback edition retains the classic story that charmed young readers, while bringing a new design and package.
    — Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of paperback
Noun
  • Developed with strategic partner and investor Double Vision, the bibles give international studios and platforms a blueprint for creating microdramas grounded in RisingJoy’s market knowledge.
    — Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 17 June 2026
  • In the past, before European contact, the landscape was our bible.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
Definition of Bible
Noun
  • The character was based on Candace Bushnell and her own newspaper column and 1996 book anthology, both also named Sex and the City.
    — Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Gamblers would bet on the fates of prisoners awaiting execution and of prominent people whose illnesses were reported on in the newspaper.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of newspaper
Noun
  • Use a large spoon or ice cream scoop to remove membranes and seeds.
    — Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Yeo recommends weighing food in grams with a digital kitchen scale because even a rounded scoop of calorie-dense kibble can add more calories than expected.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of scoop
Verb
  • The angled basement window, in particular, is an inspired bit of technical mastery, as are the pair of handles on the sides, reserved for the Flukeman and Alex Krycek, who are technically out of the picture, but always feel like a looming presence.
    — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Isabelle Harrison scored 15 points for Toronto (11-28), Laura Juskaite 14, Kia Nurse 12 and Kiki Rice and reserve Kiana Williams 10 apiece.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of reserve
Verb
  • The Moon in Pisces moves through your 6th House of Work, Health, and Daily Routines while making an awkward angle to Venus in Libra and your 1st House of Self.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Acceptance moves you out of frustration and into a place of proactivity.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of move
Noun
  • The hardcover homemaking guide retails for $38 and is available now wherever books are sold.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026
  • As a testament to its popularity, Better Than the Movies has been appeared on the New York Times monthly YA paperback list for 44 consecutive months and its weekly YA hardcover list for 20 weeks.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 31 July 2026
Definition of hardcover
Noun
  • Crucially, Eddy is also the only one of the players who can pass for white; when his journal entries end, so does the book’s innocence.
    — Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Las Vegas Review-journal/TNS Three decades, two dozen witnesses and weeks of sensational and fiery testimony later, closing arguments are set to begin Monday in the trial for the only person ever charged with the murder of rap icon Tupac Shakur.
    — Sasha Pezenik, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of journal

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“Book.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/book. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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