book (EN)

sustantivo, verbo

sustantivo “book”

1. libro
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   She downloaded a book to read on her tablet during the flight.
2. libro (un conjunto físico de páginas)
   He placed the book on the table and started flipping through the pages.
3. libro (en el contexto de una sección significativa de un texto largo)
   The novel was divided into three books, each focusing on a different phase of the protagonist's life.
4. registro de apuestas
   He keeps a detailed book on all the football bets he makes throughout the season.
5. fuente de aprendizaje
   For many, nature is a book from which we can learn about life's complexities.
6. conocimiento actual de las aperturas o finales de ajedrez
   His opponent tried an opening that took him outside the book.

verbo “book”

1. reservar
   She booked tickets for the concert next month.
2. fichar (en el contexto de registrar detalles de alguien haciendo algo ilegal)
   After the fight at the bar, the officers booked her for assault.
3. amonestar (en el contexto deportivo)
   The referee booked the player for a rough tackle, showing him a yellow card.
4. anotar apuestas (como un corredor de apuestas)
   At the horse races, he booked bets for all the major contenders.
5. sacar la mejor nota
   Sarah was thrilled to find out she had booked her torts exam, outperforming the entire class.