Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shelf
noun
/ʃɛlf/
Definition
A flat horizontal surface used for storage or display.
Examples
- She placed the books on the top shelf.
- The kitchen shelves were filled with spices and jars.
- He admired the vintage items displayed on the shelf.
Meaning
A shelf is a structure that holds items, typically fixed to a wall or included as part of a piece of furniture like a bookcase.
Synonyms
- ledge
- rack
- board
- platform
