book
noun
a handwritten or printed work of fiction or nonfiction, usually on sheets of paper fastened or bound together within covers.
books
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pluralof book.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof book (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
booknouna handwritten or printed work of fiction or nonfiction, usually on sheets of paper fastened or bound together within covers.
Example Sentences
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As written, the heroines of these books are stubborn, willful and passionate.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
"It's definitely some weird cultural thing where mainstream movies are now mostly fantasy: fantasy, science fiction, horror, comic books, all different kinds of fantasy," Ethan, 69, explained.
From Barron's ● Oct. 16, 2026
The new demonstrations were announced as a student movement, ostensibly demanding action by the government to help with the high cost of education fees and books - and the higher cost of living.
From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026
With the fall festivals in the books, awards columnist Glenn Whipp surveys the landscape and offers his first bold prediction of the 10 best picture nominees.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2026
His display of beloved human books looked as haggard as Clare felt, and more decorative than anything, for he had long ago memorized their every word.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
