shelves
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A2
/ʃɛlvz/
(shelf)
storage surface
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shelf' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'scylfe', where 'scylfe' meant 'ledge or platform'.
Historical Evolution
'scylfe' transformed into the Middle English word 'shelfe', and eventually became the modern English word 'shelf'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ledge or platform', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'shelf', a flat, horizontal surface used for storing or displaying items.
The books are neatly arranged on the shelves.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45