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Book

Verb / bʊk / Another word for book — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A written or printed work consisting of pages glued or sewn together along one side and bound in covers.

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Common collocations

  • read a book
  • write a book
  • open a book
  • close a book
  • borrow a book
  • return a book
  • book cover
  • book club

Word family

noun book
verb book
adjective bookish
adverb bookishly

Usage note

While 'book' can refer to any bound collection of pages, it often implies a narrative or informational work. The verb 'to book' means to reserve or schedule.

Example sentences

  1. I borrowed a book from the library.
  2. She loves to read books about animals.
  3. He wrote a book about his travels.
  4. I can't put this book down!
  5. The book was too heavy to carry.

Quotes

  • A room without books is like a body without a soul. - Cicero
  • There is no friend as loyal as a book. - Ernest Hemingway
  • Books are a uniquely portable magic. - Stephen King

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