book

From Old English 'bōc', related to Dutch 'boek' and German 'Buch', originally meaning 'a written document or record'.

NOUN (1)
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libro literal / tomo formal / publicación
Synonyms tome formal , volume , publication
Antonyms digital

A set of printed or blank pages fastened together along one side and encased between covers, used for writing, reading, or drawing.

irregular note only if irregular
plural
books
  • She spent all afternoon reading a good book in the park. — She spent the entire afternoon reading a good book in the park.
  • I need to buy a new history book for my class. — I need to acquire a new history book for my course.
VERB (1)
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Synonyms reserve , schedule
Antonyms cancel

To arrange for someone to have a seat, room, or other service at a particular time in the future; to reserve.

past present_participle
booked booking
  • I want to book a flight to London for next month. — I wish to reserve a flight to London for the upcoming month.
  • They decided to book a table at their favorite restaurant for their anniversary. — They opted to reserve a table at their preferred restaurant for their anniversary.