Library — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē/ li·brary

Meaning & Definition of Library

Library (noun)

  1. 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
  2. a collection of such materials
  3. a collection resembling or suggesting a library

Library (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. 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"

    similar: archive
    related: rental library, bibliotheca, stacks

  2. 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"

    similar: assemblage, collection
    related: assortment, kaleidoscope, miscellanea, mixed bag, omnium-gatherum, phantasmagoria, treasure, treasure trove, trove, arsenal, cache, hoard, repertoire, repertory, reserve, stock, stockpile, store, supply, accumulation, assembly, gathering
    near: bric-a-brac, clutter, heap, jumble, litter, pile, ragbag

Related Entry: Library paste (noun)

Library paste is a different word from Library. The synonyms below are for library paste, not for library.

  1. as in paste, epoxy resin

    similar: epoxy, epoxy resin, mucilage, paste, superglue, water glass, adhesive, bond, cement, glue, size, dope, goo, gum

Related Entry: Library pastes (noun)

Library pastes is a different word from Library. The synonyms below are for library pastes, not for library.

  1. as in pastes, epoxy resins

    similar: epoxies, epoxy resins, mucilages, pastes, superglues, water glasses, adhesives, bonds, cements, glues, sizes, dope, goos, gums

Related Entry: Rental library (noun)

Rental library is a different word from Library. The synonyms below are for rental library, not for library.

  1. as in library, archive

    similar: archive, library, stacks, bibliotheca

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Library

The most common words with a similar meaning to Library:

archive, assemblage, collection

Related Words for Library

rental library, bibliotheca, stacks, assortment, kaleidoscope, miscellanea, mixed bag, omnium-gatherum, phantasmagoria, treasure, treasure trove, trove, arsenal, cache, hoard, repertoire, repertory, reserve, stock, stockpile, store, supply, accumulation, assembly, gathering

Near Antonyms of Library

bric-a-brac, clutter, heap, jumble, litter, pile, ragbag

Word Forms of Library

Inflections: libraries

Origin & Etymology of Library

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

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Library

Words & Phrases Containing Library

library paste, library science, depository library, lending library, rental library, mobile library, reference library, interlibrary

Frequently Asked Questions about Library

What does "Library" mean?

"Library" means 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. As a noun, it is defined as: 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. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Library"?

Other words for "Library" include archive, assemblage and collection. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Library" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Library"?

There are 28 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Library". Common alternatives include archive, assemblage and collection.

How do you use "Library" in a sentence?

Examples of "Library" in a sentence: "I went to the library to do some research for my report"; "a confirmed cineast with an impressive library of classic movies on DVD".

Is "Library" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Library" is a noun.

Is "Library" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Library" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Library"?

"Library" is pronounced /ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē/ and divided into syllables as li·brary.

What is the origin of the word "Library"?

"Library" comes from 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.