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SHELF/ʃelf/

A shelf is a flat board for putting things on. Plural: shelves (not shelfs). On the shelf; the top shelf. A cupboard has shelves inside. Self means who you are — mix-up; shelf as a verb is rare at A1.

Meaning

A flat board on a wall or in a cupboard, for putting things on. Plural: shelves.

Examples

• “The books are on the shelf.”
• “Put the glasses on the shelf.”
• “The shelves in the kitchen are full.”

Good to know

plural: shelves. on the shelf. Mix-up: self. Contrast: cupboard (the box).

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