bookshelf

Word parts

book + shelf

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈbʊkˌʃɛlf/

• Audio (US)

  (file)

Noun

Singular bookshelf

Plural bookshelves

Books and papers stored in a bookshelf.

1. (countable) A bookshelf is a shelf that hold books.

   The book should be on the bookshelf.

   My bookshelves are so full that soon I will need a new one.