bookcase

noun

book·​case ˈbu̇k-ˌkās How to pronounce bookcase (audio)
Synonyms of bookcasenext
: a piece of furniture consisting of shelves to hold books

Examples of bookcase in a Sentence

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Use open shelves in your laundry room or a convenient storage piece like a bookcase. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026 The bookcase is on sale in seven colors, including dark and light wood shades, black, white, green, and blue. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026 The large wardrobes in the bedroom were hidden behind bookcase decor, in a fun tongue-in-cheek addition to the room, while the living area was vast. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 Several Lit Hub writer/moms have this vertical bookcase, which houses a surprising number of books with a minimal footprint. Lit Hub Approved, Literary Hub, 23 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bookcase

Word History

First Known Use

1698, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bookcase was in 1698

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“Bookcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bookcase. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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bookcase

noun
book·​case ˈbu̇k-ˌkās How to pronounce bookcase (audio)
: a set of shelves to hold books
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