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book

 
pronunciation:
bUk
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition: A book is something to read, look at, or draw on. It's made up of sheets of paper between two covers. Each sheet is called a page, and the pages usually have writing or pictures on them. Some books have empty pages so you can write or draw on them.
I like books about real people, but my brother likes books about magical places and creatures.
 
synonyms:
volume
similar words:
album, diary, journal, notebook
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: books, booking, booked
definition: When people book something, they order it ahead of time so that it is saved for them when they are ready to use it.
Daniel's dad booked seats for a concert so he could take Daniel's mom there for her birthday next week.
synonyms:
engage
similar words:
reserve, schedule
Word Builder: book +
  • bookcase:
    a piece of furniture for storing books.
  • bookmark:
    a strip of paper or other material used to mark the place in a book.
  • bookshelf:
    a shelf on which you store books.
  • bookstore:
    a store that sells book.
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