Meaning & Definition of word "Booking"
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Booking
/ˈbʊk.ɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. an arrangement made in advance to secure accommodations, tickets, etc.
- Example: I made a booking for a hotel room for my vacation.
- 2. the act of reserving a place, ticket, etc.
- Example: The booking of my flight was confirmed via email.
- 3. a record of reservations or a list of reserved seats.
- Example: The theatre's booking for the evening show was almost sold out.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'book', which comes from Old English 'bōc'.
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.
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!