Book
/bʊk/noun
A set of written, printed, or blank pages fastened along one side and encased between protective covers.
She is reading a book.
Often appears as...
- read a book
- write a book
Definition 1 of 6
Pro Tip 1/3Literal and Figurative
The word 'book' can be used to discuss actual physical books or ideas and experiences metaphorically.
He wrote the book on engineering.
Pro Tip 2/3Genre Specific
Certain expressions with 'book' may suggest specific genres, like a 'recipe book' for cooking.
She published a comic book.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
'Book' can imply authority and knowledge, often respected in many cultures.
The book has been passed down for generations.
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