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Library Definition & Meaning

library
noun
  1. a room where books are kept; "they had brandy in the library"
  2. a collection of literary documents or records kept for reference or borrowing
  3. a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study
  4. (computing) a collection of standard programs and subroutines that are stored and available for immediate use
  5. a building that houses a collection of books and other materials

"Library" in song lyrics

See how library is used in real songs:

  • "Besides going through the law library"
    9th Prince — Dear R&B
  • "I know that that's vocalubary, my mind is a library"
    9th Prince — Just in Case
  • "I need to switch to get some gadgets from the library"
    Ant Banks f/ Bad-N-Fluenz, Otis & Shug — Time Is Tickin'

Usage tips for "library"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "library" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for library to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does library mean?
a room where books are kept; "they had brandy in the library" a collection of literary documents or records kept for reference or borrowing a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study (computing) a collection of standard programs and subroutines that are stored and available for immediate use a building that houses a collection of books and other materials
What part of speech is library?
Library is a noun.
How many definitions does library have?
Library has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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