BOOKSTAND

Etymology

Noun

bookstand (plural bookstands)

A small stall where books are sold.

A rack for holding books; a bookrack.

A stand, made for holding books open.

Source: Wiktionary


Book"stand`, n.

1. A place or stand for the sale of books in the streets; a bookstall.

2. A stand to hold books for reading or reference.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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