book (EN)

sostantivo, verbo

sostantivo “book”

1. libro
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   She downloaded a book to read on her tablet during the flight.
2. libro (un insieme fisico di pagine)
   He placed the book on the table and started flipping through the pages.
3. libro (di un testo lungo come la Bibbia)
   The novel was divided into three books, each focusing on a different phase of the protagonist's life.
4. registro delle scommesse
   He keeps a detailed book on all the football bets he makes throughout the season.
5. fonte di apprendimento
   For many, nature is a book from which we can learn about life's complexities.
6. conoscenza attuale delle aperture o delle finali degli scacchi
   His opponent tried an opening that took him outside the book.

verbo “book”

1. prenotare
   She booked tickets for the concert next month.
2. registrare (nel contesto legale)
   After the fight at the bar, the officers booked her for assault.
3. ammonire (nel contesto sportivo)
   The referee booked the player for a rough tackle, showing him a yellow card.
4. registrare scommesse (come un allibratore)
   At the horse races, he booked bets for all the major contenders.
5. prendere il massimo dei voti
   Sarah was thrilled to find out she had booked her torts exam, outperforming the entire class.