A set of written, printed, or blank pages fastened together along one side and encased between protective covers. She borrowed a book from the library to read over the weekend.
A literary composition that is published or intended for publication as a book. He is working on his first book, which is a mystery novel.
A record of bets, as on a horse race. The bookmaker kept a detailed book of all the bets placed on the race.
A set of tickets, stamps, matches, etc., bound together. She bought a book of stamps to send out her holiday cards.
A major division of a long written work, such as a novel or a reference work. The novel is divided into three books, each focusing on a different character.
A record of financial transactions; a ledger. The accountant balanced the book at the end of the quarter.
The text or script of a play, musical, or opera, especially the spoken dialogue and stage directions as distinct from the music. The musical’s book was revised to tighten the plot before its Broadway run.