book
English → English
(object) Bound pages: many sheets of paper joined together with a cover for reading
I often borrow interesting books from the local library and keep them on my shelf.
(English) I often borrow interesting books from the local library and keep them on my shelf.
The history book has over five hundred pages and includes many colorful maps.
(English) The history book has over five hundred pages and includes many colorful maps.
(action) To reserve: to arrange to have a room, seat, or service at a later time
I want to book a comfortable hotel room for my trip to London next week.
(English) I want to book a comfortable hotel room for my trip to London next week.
You should book your train tickets early to get a lower price for the journey.
(English) You should book your train tickets early to get a lower price for the journey.
(law) To record crime: to officially record the name of someone who has been arrested
The police booked him at the station for driving much faster than the speed limit.
(English) The police booked him at the station for driving much faster than the speed limit.
After the robbery, the suspect was booked and held in a cell overnight.
(English) After the robbery, the suspect was booked and held in a cell overnight.
Entry ID: en:en:book · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary