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My music library has about every genre of music possible. I've really gotten into Ray LaMontagne, He makes amazing music, so I listen to him, and he's a great artist.
Jean-Luc Bilodeau

Meaning of "library" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD LIBRARY

From Old French librairie, from Medieval Latin librāris, n use of Latin librārius relating to books, from liber book.
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PRONUNCIATION OF LIBRARY

library  [ˈlaɪbrərɪ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF LIBRARY

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adjective
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preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Library is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES LIBRARY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

library

Library

A library is an organized collection of sources of information and similar resources, made accessible to a defined community for reference or borrowing. It provides physical or digital access to material, and may be a physical building or room, or a virtual space, or both. A library's collection can include books, periodicals, newspapers, manuscripts, films, maps, prints, documents, microform, CDs, cassettes, videotapes, DVDs, Blu-ray Discs, e-books, audiobooks, databases, and other formats. Libraries range in size from a few shelves of books to several million items. In Latin and Greek, the idea of bookcase is represented by Bibliotheca and Bibliothēkē: derivatives of these mean library in many modern languages, e.g. French bibliothèque. The first libraries consisted of archives of the earliest form of writing—the clay tablets in cuneiform script discovered in Sumer, some dating back to 2600 BC. Private or personal libraries made up of written books appeared in classical Greece in the 5th century BC.

Definition of library in the English dictionary

The first definition of library in the dictionary is a room or set of rooms where books and other literary materials are kept. Other definition of library is a collection of literary materials, films, CDs, children's toys, etc, kept for borrowing or reference. Library is also the building or institution that houses such a collection.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH LIBRARY


arbitrary
ˈɑːbɪtrərɪ
bizarrerie
bɪˈzɑːrərɪ
cinerary
ˈsɪnərərɪ
contemporary
kənˈtɛmprərɪ
contrary
ˈkɒntrərɪ
cotemporary
kəʊˈtɛmpərərɪ
funerary
ˈfjuːnərərɪ
honorary
ˈɒnərərɪ
horary
ˈhɔːrərɪ
interlibrary
ˌɪntəˈlaɪbrərɪ
itinerary
aɪˈtɪnərərɪ
librairie
ˈliːbrərɪ
literary
ˈlɪtərərɪ
nonlibrary
ˌnɒnˈlaɪbrərɪ
orrery
ˈɒrərɪ
supernumerary
ˌsuːpəˈnjuːmərərɪ
temporary
ˈtɛmpərərɪ
vulnerary
ˈvʌlnərərɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE LIBRARY

libra
librae
libraire
librairie
Libran
librarian
librarianship
libraries
library book
library card
library edition
Library of Congress
library pictures
library science
library ticket
librate
libration
librational
libratory
libretti

WORDS THAT END LIKE LIBRARY

British Library
circulating library
copyright deposit library
dynamic link library
film library
games library
gene library
lending library
mobile library
on the contrary
picture library
public library
record library
reference library
rental library
school library
software library
sound library
subscription library
travelling library
video library

Synonyms and antonyms of library in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «library» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF LIBRARY

Find out the translation of library to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of library from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «library» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

图书馆
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

biblioteca
570 millions of speakers

English

library
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

पुस्तकालय
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

مَكْتَبَةٌ
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

библиотека
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

biblioteca
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

গ্রন্থাগার
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

bibliothèque
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Perpustakaan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Bibliothek
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

図書館
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

도서관
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Perpustakaan
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

thư viện
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

நூலகம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

ग्रंथालय
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

kütüphane
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

biblioteca
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

biblioteka
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

бібліотека
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

bibliotecă
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

βιβλιοθήκη
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

biblioteek
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

bibliotek
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

bibliotek
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of library

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «LIBRARY»

The term «library» is very widely used and occupies the 1.355 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «LIBRARY» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «library» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «library» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about library

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10 QUOTES WITH «LIBRARY»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word library.
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Lynda Barry
The library was open for one hour after school let out. I hid there, looking at art books and reading poetry.
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Henry Ward Beecher
A library is not a luxury but one of the necessities of life.
3
Jean-Luc Bilodeau
My music library has about every genre of music possible. I've really gotten into Ray LaMontagne, He makes amazing music, so I listen to him, and he's a great artist.
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Maeve Binchy
I have been blessed with friends who do things rather than buy things: friends who will change books at the library, take a bag of your old clothes to a thrift store, bring you cuttings and plant them in a window box, fill the bird feeder in your garden when you can't get out.
5
Amy Bloom
I was the kind of reader in smudged pink harlequin glasses sitting on the cool, dusty floor of the Arrandale public library, standing at the edge of the playground, having broken a tooth in dodge ball, and lying under my covers with a flashlight.
6
Charles M. Blow
When I won my way to the international science fair, I didn't want to embarrass myself. It was the first time I was going to be away from home, the first time taking an airplane. I went to the local library, checked out every single etiquette book, and I read those books like I was uncovering some sort of treasure.
7
Ray Bradbury
I discovered me in the library. I went to find me in the library.
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Mark Bridges
I have an extensive library - every birthday when I was a kid my parents would ask what movie or book I wanted, so I have built up a big collection over the years.
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Anthony Burgess
Books in a large university library system: 2,000,000. Books in an average large city library: 10,000. Average number of books in a chain bookstore: 30,000. Books in an average neighborhood branch library: 20,000.
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Marian Burros
It may not be possible to get rare roast beef but if you're willing to settle for well done, ask them to hold the sweetened library paste that passes for gravy.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «LIBRARY»

Discover the use of library in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to library and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Library Book
Using memoir, history, polemic and some short stories too, The Library Book celebrates 'that place where they lend you books for free' and the people who work there.All royalties go to The Reading Agency, to help their work supporting ...
‎2012
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How to Build a Digital Library
How to Build a Digital Library is the only book that offers all the knowledge and tools needed to construct and maintain a digital library, regardless of the size or purpose.
Ian H. Witten, David Bainbridge, David M. Nichols, 2009
3
The Vanished Library
Recreates the world of ancient Egypt, describes how the Library of Alexandria was created, and speculates on its destruction
Luciano Canfora, 1990
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Weeding Library Collections: Library Weeding Methods
Based on the author's ongoing research, field observations, and interviews with library professionals, this edition thoroughly updates the previous one and simplifies the process of weeding.
Stanley J. Slote, 1997
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The Whole Digital Library Handbook
A guidebook to the digital age for librarians offers coverage of such topics as blogs, wikis, digitization project planning, and podcasting.
Diane Kresh, Council on Library and Information Resources, 2007
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Library 2.0: A Guide to Participatory Library Service
Provides information on ways to implement the Library 2.0 service model to reach new library users and facilitate more user-drive services and technology.
Michael E. Casey, Laura C. Savastinuk, 2007
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A Numerical Library in Java for Scientists and Engineers
The entry for each procedure is logically presented, with name, usage parameters, and Java code included. This handbook serves as a powerful research tool, enabling the performance of critical computations in Java.
Hang T. Lau, 2003
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The New Downtown Library: Designing with Communities
In The New Downtown Library, Shannon Mattern draws on a diverse range of sources to investigate how libraries serve as multiuse public spaces, anchors in urban redevelopment, civic icons, and showcases of renowned architects like Rem ...
Shannon Christine Mattern, 2007
9
Koha 3 Library Management System
Written in a practical style, this book uses the Linux shell in many chapters, demonstrating the execution of commands and their output.
Savitra Sirohi, Amit Gupta, 2010
10
World Encyclopedia of Library and Information Services
Entries cover important individuals, institutions, organizations, technological developments, concepts, procedures, and libraries around the world
Robert Wedgeworth, 1993

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «LIBRARY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term library is used in the context of the following news items.
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Museum at Nixon's presidential library gets makeover - Star Tribune
The galleries at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in California's Orange County are getting a $25 million upgrade to add ... «Minneapolis Star Tribune, Jul 15»
2
Museum at Nixon's presidential library gets makeover :: WRAL.com
The galleries at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in California's Orange County are getting a $25 million upgrade to add ... «WRAL.com, Jul 15»
3
New Rochelle library video contest comes with big prize
NEW ROCHELLE – Think the public library is just for studying during the school year? New Rochelle has $1,000 to help you change your mind. «The Journal News | LoHud.com, Jul 15»
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Pint-Sized Superheroes at VE Library Fun Fair - Ithaca Times : News
Michelle Erickson, the library clerk, explained, “It's a six week program and basically we try to have some kind of event or performer coming in ... «ithaca.com, Jul 15»
5
Museum at Nixon's presidential library gets makeover
The galleries at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in California's Orange County are getting a $25 million upgrade to add more audio and ... «KHQ Right Now, Jul 15»
6
Jump-rope record holder entertains, educates at La Verne library
Guinness World record holder David Fisher has some exercise fun Friday at the La Verne public library. photos by will lester — staff ... «Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, Jul 15»
7
Brooklyn Library locations sold to real estate developers - World …
On July 15, Brooklyn Community Board 2 voted, amid protests from neighborhood residents, to approve the sale of the Brooklyn Heights Library ... «World Socialist Web Site, Jul 15»
8
Library of Birmingham exhibition is picture perfect.. - Birmingham Mail
The £188 million Library of Birmingham is hosting the 'Picturing England' exhibition, compiled by Historic England (previously English ... «Birmingham Mail, Jul 15»
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Lafayette Public Library offers patrons use of new, old technologies …
Advocate Photo by BRAD KEMP Young visitors to the library nine year-old Jemyra Nero and seven year-old Mervin Nero watch a 3D printer ... «The Advocate, Jul 15»
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Weedsport Free Library: Meteorologist Drew Montreuil, entertainer …
The library summer reading program, Every Hero Has a Story, is under way, but it's not too late to join the fun! Preschool story hour is held from ... «Auburn Citizen, Jul 15»

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