library

noun

li·brary ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē How to pronounce library (audio)

-ˌbre-rē;

British usually and US sometimes -brə-rē;

British often and US sometimes -brē,

nonstandard -ˌber-ē,

nonstandard

-ˌbe-rē

plural libraries

: a place in which literary, musical, artistic, or reference materials (such as books, manuscripts, recordings, or films) are kept for use but not for sale

: a collection of such materials

a library of jazz recordings

: a collection resembling or suggesting a library

an illustrations library

: morgue sense 2

: a series of related books issued by a publisher

a Dickens library

: a collection of publications on the same subject

: a collection of cloned DNA fragments that are maintained in a suitable cellular environment and that usually represent the genetic material of a particular organism or tissue

Example Sentences

I borrowed the book from the school library. He has an impressive library of jazz records. a library of computer programs

Recent Examples on the Web The company's encoding starts with a library of dozens to hundreds of short pieces of DNA called oligos (short for oligonucleotide).

John Timmer, Ars Technica, 15 Sep. 2022 That partly explains the extent and depth of the streamer’s massive library of international TV series and movies — a handful of new examples of which, in fact, hit Netflix today.

Andy Meek, BGR, 14 Sep. 2022 Showtime has a library of movies, as well as original shows like Yellowjackets and Billions.

Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Sep. 2022 Founded in 2006, FiGa Films is an international sales agency, production, and distribution company with a library of over 60 films that runs the gamut of styles and themes by established, as well as emerging filmmakers.

Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 9 Sep. 2022 The research these team members put into the creation of their video not only benefited them, but also created a library of short, fun videos for all team members to learn from.

Keri Pearlson And Stuart Madnick, WSJ, 8 Sep. 2022 The new trailers offer guests an all-access pass to the property’s amenities, including a library of vinyl records to curate your own playlist to heat swimming pools.

Dana Givens, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2022 The streamer boasts an overwhelming library of new shows that the whole family can enjoy.

Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 8 Sep. 2022 Everyone can afford to have a library, and everyone can afford to enjoy books.

Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 7 Sep. 2022 See More

单词	libraries
释义	library noun li·brary ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē -ˌbre-rē; British usually and US sometimes -brə-rē; British often and US sometimes -brē, nonstandard -ˌber-ē, nonstandard -ˌbe-rē plural libraries 1 a : a place in which literary, musical, artistic, or reference materials (such as books, manuscripts, recordings, or films) are kept for use but not for sale b : a collection of such materials a library of jazz recordings 2 a : a collection resembling or suggesting a library an illustrations library b : morgue sense 2 3 a : a series of related books issued by a publisher a Dickens library b : a collection of publications on the same subject 4 : a collection of cloned DNA fragments that are maintained in a suitable cellular environment and that usually represent the genetic material of a particular organism or tissue Synonyms archive See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences I borrowed the book from the school library. He has an impressive library of jazz records. a library of computer programs Recent Examples on the Web The company's encoding starts with a library of dozens to hundreds of short pieces of DNA called oligos (short for oligonucleotide). John Timmer, Ars Technica, 15 Sep. 2022 That partly explains the extent and depth of the streamer’s massive library of international TV series and movies — a handful of new examples of which, in fact, hit Netflix today. Andy Meek, BGR, 14 Sep. 2022 Showtime has a library of movies, as well as original shows like Yellowjackets and Billions. Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Sep. 2022 Founded in 2006, FiGa Films is an international sales agency, production, and distribution company with a library of over 60 films that runs the gamut of styles and themes by established, as well as emerging filmmakers. Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 9 Sep. 2022 The research these team members put into the creation of their video not only benefited them, but also created a library of short, fun videos for all team members to learn from. Keri Pearlson And Stuart Madnick, WSJ, 8 Sep. 2022 The new trailers offer guests an all-access pass to the property’s amenities, including a library of vinyl records to curate your own playlist to heat swimming pools. Dana Givens, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2022 The streamer boasts an overwhelming library of new shows that the whole family can enjoy. Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 8 Sep. 2022 Everyone can afford to have a library, and everyone can afford to enjoy books. Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 7 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English, from Anglo-French librarie, Medieval Latin librarium, from Latin, neuter of librarius of books, from libr-, liber inner bark, rind, book First Known Use 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Phrases Containing library depository library inter-library lending library library paste library science reference library rental library mobile library depository library inter-library lending library library paste library science reference library rental library mobile library See More Kids Definition library noun li·brary ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē plural libraries 1 : a place where literary or reference materials (as books, manuscripts, recordings, or films) are kept for use but are not for sale 2 : a collection of literary or reference materials They have a large personal library. Medical Definition library noun li·brary ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē plural libraries : a collection of cloned DNA fragments that are maintained in a suitable cellular environment and that represent the genetic material of a particular organism or tissue inserting segments from a library of human DNA into yeast cells Science News libraries noun plural of library 1 as in archives a place where books, periodicals, and records are kept for use but not for sale I went to the library to do some research for my report Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance archives rental libraries stacks lending libraries bibliothecae bibliothecas 2 as in collections an organized group of objects acquired and maintained for study, exhibition, or personal pleasure a confirmed cineast with an impressive library of classic movies on DVD Synonyms & Similar Words collections arsenals supplies assortments repertories repertoires assemblages treasures troves treasure troves stores stockpiles assemblies caches miscellanea phantasmagorias kaleidoscopes hoards mixed bags omnium-gatherums reserves accumulations gatherings stocks Antonyms & Near Antonyms piles ragbags heaps litters bric-a-brac jumbles clutters See More
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