booking

American  

[book-ing] / ˈbʊk ɪŋ /

noun

1. a contract, engagement, or scheduled performance of a professional entertainer.

2. reservation.

3. the act of a person who books.

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booking British  

/ ˈbʊkɪŋ /

noun

1. 1. a reservation, as of a table or room in a hotel, seat in a theatre, or seat on a train, aircraft, etc

   2. ( as modifier )

      the booking office at a railway station

2. theatre an engagement for the services of an actor or acting company

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Etymology

Origin of booking

First recorded in 1635–45; book + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The US-based company, which is owned by car rental giant Avis Budget, told customers it will temporarily suspend new bookings after 31 December, pending the outcome of a consultation with its 71 staff members.

From BBC

Shares dove following a third-quarter earnings miss, even though the Taser maker posted record revenue and pointed to strong bookings in the fourth quarter.

From Barron's

He sold the Echo Park complex, along with the Regent, to Live Nation in 2019, but still remains involved in booking and other club business dealings.

From Los Angeles Times

If you’ve been putting off booking upcoming travel, Black Friday is a good day to schedule your accommodations.

From MarketWatch

Ah, the dreaded buyer’s remorse, which in this case means booking a cruise during the Black Friday period only to find out there’s a price drop or a better deal later.

From MarketWatch