Booked

/bʊkt/

Meaning & Definition

verb
To arrange for someone to have a seat on a plane, a room in a hotel, etc.
I booked a flight to Paris for next month.
To reserve in advance; to engage for service.
She has booked a table at the new Italian restaurant.
To make a reservation.
They booked their wedding venue well in advance.
adjective
Having a reservation made.
All the hotels in the area are fully booked for the weekend.
Not available for new engagements or commitments.
The artist is completely booked for the next three months.

Etymology

The verb 'book' comes from the Old English 'bōc', meaning a written document.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fully booked
Completely reserved with no availability.
overbooked
Having more reservations than available spaces.
booked up
Having no free time or availability.

Related Words

reservation
An arrangement to have something held for you.
appointment
A scheduled meeting or event.
engagement
A formal arrangement to meet or be involved in something.

Slang Meanings

Caught up in a busy schedule.
I’m too booked to hang out tonight.
In trouble or difficulties.
After missing the deadline, he knew he was booked.