Definition of "shelf"

Kid-friendly meaning of shelf, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "shelf" mean?

shelf (noun) — a flat board on a wall used to hold books or other things.

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Example sentences using "shelf"

Grade K–2
Put the book on the shelf.
Grade 3–5
My bedroom shelf holds twenty books, three trophies, and one small dinosaur model.
Grade 6–8
A well-organized shelf can change the whole room, turning a wall of clutter into a quiet display of the things you actually want to reach for daily.

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