bookstore
- 01 A2 Elementary
a shop where you can buy new or used books.
a retail outlet primarily dedicated to the sale of books.
Simple“I spent the whole afternoon browsing the shelves at the local bookstore.”
In context“The independent bookstore survived the rise of digital media by hosting weekly readings and maintaining a curated selection of rare editions.”
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
a shop that sells paper, pens, and other office supplies.
a retail establishment specialising in stationery, writing instruments, and school supplies.
Simple“I need to stop by the bookstore to buy some notebooks and pens for class.”
In context“In the Philippines, a bookstore often functions as a primary source for school supplies rather than just a place to purchase literature.”
UsageCommonly used in Philippine English to refer to shops like National Book Store.
Synonymsstationery store
From book + store.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.