Bookshop

/ˈbʊkʃɒp/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A retail store where books are sold.
I love spending my weekends browsing the shelves at the local bookshop.
A place that often provides a cozy atmosphere for reading, as well as events like book signings and readings.
The charming bookshop on Main Street hosts weekly poetry readings.
A shop that may also sell other related items such as stationery, magazines, or gifts.
After finding the perfect novel, I also picked up a beautiful journal at the bookshop.

Etymology

The word 'bookshop' is a compound of 'book' and 'shop', dating back to the 19th century.

Common Phrases and Expressions

secondhand bookshop:
A store selling used books.
online bookshop:
A website or platform where books are sold.
specialty bookshop:
A store that focuses on a specific genre or type of book.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Lit nook
Let's meet at the lit nook this weekend to check out some new releases.
Bookery
I love spending Sundays at the bookery, losing myself in the shelves.