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library

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈlaɪbrəri/

KK: /ˈlaɪˌbrɛri/

noun
Definition

A place where books, magazines, and other materials are kept for people to read, borrow, or study.


Example

I went to the library to find a book for my research project.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you been to the new library downtown?
Sloth B
Not yet, but I heard it's really nice.
Sloth A
You should check it out; they have a great selection of books.
Sloth B
I definitely will! I love spending time in a library.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
archive
collection
repository
Antonyms
wasteland
desert
void
Root Explanation

Library → It is formed from "liber" (meaning book) and the suffix "-ary" (meaning relating to or connected with). A library is a place connected with books, where they are stored and made available for reading.

Memory Tip

Think of 'liber' meaning book, and remember that a library is a place related to books.

Visually Confused Words
liberatory
literary
libatory
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