book
book
bʊk
book
/bʊk/

Definition & Meaning of "book"in English

Book
01

a set of printed pages that are held together in a cover so that we can turn them and read them

book definition and meaning
Examples
I always carry a book in my bag so I can read during my commute or whenever I have free time.
02

the sacred texts of the Christian faith

Book definition and meaning
Examples
He swore on the Book before giving testimony.
03

a written or printed work published as a bound volume

Examples
She 's writing a book about the history of computing.
04

a compilation of known information about a subject or person

Examples
The police kept a book on all major suspects.
05

the written text of a play or other dramatic work used for rehearsal or performance

Examples
The actors studied the book before rehearsals began.
06

a set of sheets such as tickets or stamps fastened together along one edge

Examples
He bought a book of stamps at the post office.
07

a principal division of an extended written work

Examples
The novel is divided into three books
08

a set of established rules or standards used as a basis for decisions

Examples
Every move in this company must follow the book.
09

a set of playing cards meeting the rules of a particular card game

Examples
In rummy, a book consists of three or four cards of the same rank.
10

the official record of financial transactions and accounts for a business, including ledgers, journals, and other accounting documents

Examples
The accountant diligently updated the company 's book to reflect the latest financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
to book
01

to reserve a specific thing such as a seat, ticket, hotel room, etc.

Transitive
to book definition and meaning
Examples
I need to book a flight to New York for next week's business meeting.
02

to arrange or reserve someone for a performance, appearance, or service

Examples
The agency booked the band for a summer festival.
03

to record an arrest, offense, or charge in official police records

Examples
The detective insists on booking all offenses promptly.
04

to leave or depart quickly, often to avoid something or when a situation becomes undesirable

Examples
As soon as the awkward conversation started, he decided to book it out of there.
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