Synonyms of shelving

shelving 1 of 2

noun

as in cabinetry

Related Words

• cabinetry
• armoire
• dresser
• bookcase
• wardrobe
• cabinet
• chest
• credenza
• secretary
• clothespress
• sideboard
• china closet
• étagère
• garderobe
• pie safe
• console
• breakfront
• cupboard
• buffet
• cuddy
• showcase
• locker
• credence
• vitrine
• taboret
• closet
• hutch
• press

shelving

2 of 2

verb

present participle of shelve

as in postponing

to assign to a later time

let's shelve the project for now

Synonyms & Similar Words

• postponing
• delaying
• deferring
• holding over
• waiting
• putting off
• suspending
• holding off (on)
• laying over
• putting over
• holding up
• remitting
• pausing
• hesitating
• lengthening
• stretching (out)
• retarding
• slowing
• prolonging
• extending
• staying
• protracting
• detaining

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• doing
• working (on)
• dealing (with)
• acting
• deciding (upon)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of shelving

Noun

Open Shelving Install open shelving sparingly, advises interior designer Rebekah Murphy. — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 2 Sep. 2026

The key to making open shelving work and not feel cluttered is to strategically place beautiful, everyday items rather than overcrowding. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 27 Aug. 2026

Verb

Dozens of Little Free Libraries adorn the sidewalks and neighborhood streets of Central Indiana; the tiny shelving units offer individuals a spot to swap books, any time of day. — Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 3 Aug. 2026

While custom living room shelving houses an impressive book collection, the kitchen is stocked with all the essentials needed to prepare meals of any scale. — Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 July 2026