Shelf definition

Shelf

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WordNet

noun

(1) A support that consists of a horizontal surface for holding objects

(2) A projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water

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Etymology

Probably from ; distantly related to , and .

Noun

A flat, rigid, rectangular structure, fixed at right angles to a wall, and used to support, store or display objects.
The capacity of such an object; as, a shelf of videos.
A projecting ledge that resembles such an object.
A reef, shoal or sandbar.

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