book

• Nom désignant un ensemble de pages écrites, imprimées ou vierges, reliées ensemble et protégées par une couverture, utilisé pour la lecture, l'écriture ou la consultation.

A noun referring to a set of written, printed, or blank pages fastened together along one side and encased in a protective cover, used for reading, writing, or reference.

1. Reading materialA1formal

   A set of written or printed pages, usually bound together, containing information, stories, or ideas.

   livre (matériel de lecture)

   • She is reading a book about ancient history.
   • I borrowed a book from the library yesterday.
   • He has a collection of books on his shelf.

   Synonymeshandbookmanualopuspublicationtexttitletometreatisevolumework

2. Record or registerB1formal

   A set of records or accounts, often used in business or official contexts.

   registre, livre de comptes

   • The accountant updated the company's book of accounts.
   • Please sign the guest book at the entrance.
   • The police officer wrote the details in his log book.

   Synonymesaccountdaybookjournalledgerlogrecordregister

3. Section of a larger workB1formal

   A main division of a long written work, such as a novel or epic.

   Section d'une œuvre

   • The novel is divided into three books.
   • Book Two of the series continues the story.
   • He finished reading the first book of the trilogy.

   Synonymescantodivisionpartsectionvolume

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de réserver à l'avance ou d'organiser un service tel qu'un billet, une table ou un hébergement.

A verb used to indicate the act of reserving or arranging for a service, such as a ticket, table, or accommodation, in advance.

1. A2formal

   To reserve or arrange for something in advance, such as a ticket, table, or room.

   réserver

   • I booked a table at the restaurant for tonight.
   • She booked a flight to Paris for next week.
   • We need to book a hotel room before the trip.

   Synonymescharterengagehireprearrangeprogramreserveschedulesecure

   Antonymescancel

2. Charge with an offenseB2formal

   To officially record someone's name and details for a crime or offense.

   Inculper / mettre en examen

   • The police booked him for speeding.
   • She was booked for shoplifting at the mall.
   • The officer booked the suspect for disorderly conduct.

   Synonymesaccusearraignchargeciteindictsummons

Variantes phrasalbook up