Meaning & Definition of Booking in English
Booking
An arrangement made in advance to secure accommodations, tickets, etc.
Pronunciation:
/ˈbʊk.ɪŋ/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
bookingsDetailed Definitions
Definition: The act of reserving accommodations, tickets, etc., in advance.
Example Sentence: I made a booking for a hotel room for the weekend.
Definition: An arrangement for travel or lodging.
Example Sentence: She has a booking on the first flight to New York.
Definition: A record of an arrangement made.
Example Sentence: The system kept a detailed record of each booking.
Definition: The process of registering for a service or event.
Example Sentence: Online booking has made it easier to secure my tickets.
Etymology
Origin: Derived from the word 'book', which comes from Old English 'bōc'.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- make a booking: To arrange to reserve a service, such as a hotel or flight.
- booking confirmation: A notification confirming that a booking has been successfully made.
- booking fee: A charge applied for making a reservation.
Translations
- Spanish: reserva
- French: réservation
- German: Buchung
- Russian: бронирование
Related Words
- reserve: To set aside something for future use.
- ticket: A piece of paper or electronic document that allows entry to an event or travel.
- itinerary: A detailed plan for a journey, including the route and destinations.
Slang Meanings of booking
Meaning: To book something at the last minute.
Example Sentence: I just managed to book at the last minute for the concert!
Meaning: Getting a good deal on a reservation.
Example Sentence: I really booked a steal for that hotel!