Shelf

usgb/ʃelf/
noun

A flat piece of wood, metal etc., attached to a wall or in a frame, where you can put things on.

I put the books back on the shelf.
Visual representation of "shelf" - A flat piece of wood, metal etc., attached to a wall or in a frame, where you can put things on.

Often appears as...

  • book shelf
  • shelf life
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Visual representation of "shelf"
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Collocation Usage

Pair 'shelf' with an item type to describe its use, like 'bookshelf' for books.

Illustration for Collocation Usage
She got a new spice shelf for the kitchen.
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Physical Placement

'Shelf' implies items are usually at eye level or above for easy access.

Illustration for Physical Placement
He placed the vase on the top shelf.
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Fixed Position

Shelves are often secured in place and not meant to be moved frequently.

Illustration for Fixed Position
The shelf is bolted to the wall.
Visual representation of the word "Shelf"

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