book

/bˈʊk/

/ˈbʊk/

[noun] [verb]

Book

[NOUN]

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

the sacred writings of the Christian religions

synonyms : Bible

physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together

synonyms : volume

a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone

synonyms : record

record book

a written version of a play or other dramatic composition; used in preparing for a performance

synonyms : playscript

script

a number of sheets (ticket or stamps etc.) bound together on one edge

a major division of a long written composition

the sacred writings of Islam revealed by God to the prophet Muhammad during his life at Mecca and Medina

synonyms : al-Qur'an

Koran

Quran

a collection of rules or prescribed standards on the basis of which decisions are made

synonyms : rule book

a collection of playing cards satisfying the rules of a card game

a record in which commercial accounts are recorded

synonyms : account book

to book

MAIN VERB

to arrange and confirm a seat, ticket, room, or place on a transportation, accommodation, or event

synonyms : hold

reserve

engage for a performance

record a charge in a police register

Examples

1. The salon receptionist booked me an appointment with the stylist.

2. The book tells the true story of a famous explorer's journey.

3. The children's book had beautiful illustrations on every page.

4. The book paints a vivid picture of life in the city.

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