Definition

A place where books are sold.

Example

I bought a new novel at the local bookshop.

Conversation

Have you been to that new bookshop downtown?

Not yet, but I've heard great things about it.

We should check it out this weekend; I need some new reads.

Sounds like a plan! I love exploring bookshops.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bookshop → It is formed from "book" (from Old English *bōc*, meaning a written work or text) and "shop" (from Old English *sceoppa*, meaning a place for trade or business). A bookshop is a place where books are sold or traded.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'written work' ('book') being sold in a 'place for trade' ('shop') — that's what a bookshop is.

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