bookstore

noun

book·​store ˈbu̇k-ˌstȯr How to pronounce bookstore (audio)
: a place of business where books are the main item offered for sale

called also bookshop

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As the memoir hit bookstores, Meta slammed Wynn-Williams’ account and attacked her character. Sam Gillette, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025 One person will win a $20 gift card from each bookstore. Ashley Mahoney, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025 Mexican officials arrest wife suspected in stabbing death of Cal Fire captain Hey readers: A new bookstore called Hey Books! The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Mar. 2025 Smith & Son Smith & Son is another independent English-language bookstore with a huge selection. Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bookstore

Word History

First Known Use

1760, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bookstore was in 1760

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“Bookstore.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bookstore. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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bookstore

noun
book·​store -ˌstō(ə)r How to pronounce bookstore (audio)
-ˌstȯ(ə)r
: a store that sells mainly books

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