public library
Americannoun
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public libraries
plural
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of public library
First recorded in 1605–15
Example Sentences
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It combines elements of a museum and reading room with community centre amenities such as a playground, basketball court, recording studio and public library.
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026
The Obama Presidential Center, slated to open this month, includes a public library, basketball court and a sweeping view.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 6, 2026
There is also a sprawling playground and a public library.
From Barron's ● Jun. 4, 2026
Early last summer I attended a discussion about affordable housing at the public library where a woman declared that “maybe the American dream should be renting.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 20, 2026
They arrived at the public library a little after seven o’clock.
From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen
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