Meaning & Definition of word "Booked"

Booked

/bʊkt/

verb:

  • 1. To arrange for someone to have a seat on a plane, a room in a hotel, etc.
    • Example: I booked a flight to Paris for next month.
  • 2. To reserve in advance; to engage for service.
    • Example: She has booked a table at the new Italian restaurant.
  • 3. To make a reservation.
    • Example: They booked their wedding venue well in advance.

adjective:

  • 1. Having a reservation made.
    • Example: All the hotels in the area are fully booked for the weekend.
  • 2. Not available for new engagements or commitments.
    • Example: 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 of booked

Meaning: Caught up in a busy schedule.

Example Sentence: I’m too booked to hang out tonight.

Meaning: In trouble or difficulties.

Example Sentence: After missing the deadline, he knew he was booked.