bookshop
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈbʊkˌʃɑp// UK //bˈʊkʃɒp// book·shop
n. a shop where you can buy books. You go here to browse the shelves and find something new to read.
n. a retail establishment where books are sold. Often used as a synonym for 'bookstore', though the former is more common in British English.
I bought a new novel at the bookshop today.
The local bookshop holds weekly poetry readings to encourage more people to visit the store.
While digital retailers offer convenience, the independent bookshop remains a vital cultural hub for communities, providing curated selections and a tactile browsing experience that algorithms cannot replicate.
From book + shop.
Usage
Commonly used as a single word in British English, whereas American English often prefers 'bookstore'.