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Definition of bookcase

bookcase

/ˈbʊk.keɪs/
book · case
Plural:bookcases
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bookcase Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A piece of furniture with horizontal shelves, either freestanding or built into a wall, designed specifically for holding and displaying books.

Example

"She spent the weekend organizing her extensive collection of novels alphabetically on the tall wooden bookcase."

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• Nearby Words

bontebok
booby
book
bookcase
bookend
booklet
bookmark

Word Origin & Etymology

Originated in the late 16th century, formed as a compound of the English words 'book' and 'case'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bookcase. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bookcase
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