Pronunciation: /bʊk/
noun a written or printed work consisting of pages glued or sewn together along one side and bound in covers
A1 I like to read a book before going to bed.
A2 She borrowed a book from the library to help her with her research.
B1 The book I'm reading is a classic novel from the 19th century.
B2 I bought a book on gardening to learn how to take care of my plants.
C1 The book club meeting will discuss the latest bestseller next week.
C2 After writing her own book, she became a successful author.
verb None
A1 I like to book my favorite table at the restaurant in advance.
A2 She booked a flight to Paris for her summer vacation.
B1 We need to book a meeting room for our presentation next week.
B2 I booked a hotel room with a sea view for our anniversary trip.
C1 The company booked a keynote speaker for the annual conference.
C2 He booked a private jet to fly to the charity event in style.
adjective None
A1 I have a book bag for school.
A2 She bought a book shelf to organize her collection.
B1 The book club meets every Thursday to discuss their latest read.
B2 The book cover was beautifully designed with intricate details.
C1 The book binding on this edition is top quality and built to last.
C2 The book signing event was attended by hundreds of fans eager to meet the author.
adverb None
A1 She reads book quickly.
A2 He studies book every night.
B1 They learned English from a book.
B2 The professor explained the concept in the book thoroughly.
C1 The author meticulously researched for years before writing the book.
C2 The book eloquently explores the complexities of human nature.
pronoun None
A1 I like to read a book before bed.
A2 She lent me a book about gardening.
B1 The book on the shelf caught my eye.
B2 I can't find the book I borrowed from the library.
C1 The book on ancient civilizations was incredibly detailed.
C2 The book on quantum physics challenged my understanding of the universe.
preposition None
A1 I put my pen inside the book.
A2 The keys were hidden under the book.
B1 She found her phone behind the book.
B2 The cat jumped over the book.
C1 The painting was displayed next to the book.
C2 The book acted as a barrier between the two rooms.
conjunction None
A1 I like to read a book and relax on the weekends.
A2 She wanted to buy a book but couldn't find the one she was looking for.
B1 I'll finish my work and then book a table at the restaurant for dinner.
B2 He decided to book a flight to Paris for his summer vacation.
C1 I need to book a meeting room for our upcoming presentation.
C2 After much consideration, she decided to book a cruise for her honeymoon.
interjection None
A1 Book! I want to read.
A2 Can you book a table for two, please?
B1 I'll book my flight tickets online.
B2 Book, can you pass me that novel?
C1 I have booked a room at the hotel for our trip.
C2 Book, I have reserved seats for the concert.
article None
A1 I read a book yesterday.
A2 She borrowed a book from the library.
B1 I need to return the book to the bookstore.
B2 The book I ordered online finally arrived.
C1 The rare book collection in the library is impressive.
C2 The author's latest book has received critical acclaim.
formal The professor assigned a lengthy book for us to read over the weekend.
informal I picked up a new book at the bookstore yesterday.
slang I borrowed a cool book from my friend to read on the plane.
figurative His life story could be written in a book with all its twists and turns.
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