Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shelve
verb
/ʃɛlv/
Definition
To place something on a shelf or to arrange items on shelves.
Examples
- The librarian decided to shelve the books in the correct order.
- After finishing the project, she chose to shelve her plans for a vacation.
- He will shelve his art supplies in the studio.
Meaning
The act of storing or collecting things on shelves, usually in an organized manner.
Synonyms
- Store
- Set aside
- Put away
- Archive
