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Home and Garden - Shelves and Racks

Here you will learn some English words related to shelves and racks such as "hook", "hat stand", and "coat peg".

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shelf
shelf
[noun]

a flat, narrow board made of wood, metal, etc. attached to a wall, to put items on

Ex: We need to buy brackets to support the heavy shelf for the garage .
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ladder shelf

a type of shelving unit that has a ladder-like design, with shelves gradually increasing in size from top to bottom and leaning against a wall for support

Ex: They placed a ladder shelf in the entryway to store shoes , keys , and a few decorative accents .
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floating shelf

a type of shelving unit that appears to be floating on a wall with no visible brackets or support, creating a sleek and minimalist look

Ex: A floating shelf near the entryway is a convenient spot for keys and mail .
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wall shelf

a type of shelf that is attached directly to a wall or other vertical surface, providing a convenient and space-saving storage solution for books, decorative items, or other small items

Ex: A simple wall shelf was mounted near the entryway for keys and small items .
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corner shelf

a type of shelf that is designed to fit into the corner of a room or wall, providing a space-saving storage solution and a way to maximize the use of corner space

Ex: The corner shelf in the living room is perfect for displaying small plants and decorative items .
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built-in shelf

a custom-designed shelving unit that is integrated into a specific space within a room

Ex: The built-in shelves in the bathroom are ideal for storing towels and toiletries .
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wire shelf

a type of shelving made of wire materials, such as steel or aluminum, that is often used in commercial and industrial settings or for organizing storage spaces in homes

Ex: She uses wire shelves in her kitchen to store extra pots and pans .
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bookshelf
bookshelf
[noun]

‌a board connected to a wall or a piece of furniture on which books are kept

Ex: The antique bookshelf in the study added character to the room's decor.
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corner bookshelf

a freestanding bookshelf designed to fit into a corner of a room, providing space-saving storage for books or decorative items

Ex: The corner bookshelf gave the room a more open feel , as it did n’t take up much space .
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built-in bookshelf

a custom-designed shelving unit that is integrated into a wall or alcove within a room for seamless and space-saving storage of books or other items

Ex: The built-in bookshelf adds a cozy touch to the study , making it feel more like a library .
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revolving bookcase

a freestanding bookshelf that rotates around its axis, providing easy access to books or other items from different angles

Ex: As he turned the revolving bookcase, he discovered more hidden treasures among the shelves .
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barrister bookcase

a type of bookcase that features multiple shelves, each with a glass door that lifts up and slides back into the case, allowing easy access to the books inside

Ex: He opened the barrister bookcase to grab a reference book for his research .
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wine rack
wine rack
[noun]

a storage unit designed to hold and organize wine bottles, made of various materials and available in different sizes and styles

Ex: After organizing the wine rack, they found they had space for a few more bottles to add to their collection .
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hook
hook
[noun]

a simple device, typically made of metal or plastic, for holding or hanging items by catching onto a loop or ring

Ex: Hooks keep kitchen utensils organized.
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hat stand
hat stand
[noun]

a freestanding furniture piece with hooks or prongs for hanging hats and sometimes additional storage for other items like coats or scarves

Ex: I hung my new sun hat on the hat stand after returning from the garden .
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coat peg
coat peg
[noun]

a small device made of metal or plastic with a knob or hook that is used to hang coats, jackets, hats, or other items

Ex: There is a coat peg by the entrance for guests to leave their outerwear .
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coat stand

a furniture piece designed to hold coats and hats, typically with hooks or pegs, and sometimes additional storage for shoes or umbrellas

Ex: There was barely enough space on the coat stand for everyone ’s jackets at the gathering .
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valet stand

a freestanding furniture piece with a pole for hanging clothes, a tray for holding small items, and sometimes additional storage for shoes or hats

Ex: The valet stand was perfect for hanging his clothes overnight , preventing wrinkles .
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belt hanger

a small device, typically made of metal or plastic, designed to hold and organize belts, often featuring a series of hooks or prongs to hang the belts on

Ex: I found a stylish belt hanger made of wood that matches the rest of my closet furniture .
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purse hook

a small device with a hook that can be hung on a table or other surface to hold and organize purses and handbags

Ex: The purse hook on the wall near the entryway made it convenient to grab my bag on the way out .
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scarf organizer

a device or storage solution designed to hold and organize scarves, typically featuring a series of hooks, loops, or other compartments to neatly store and display scarves

Ex: She used a scarf organizer to keep her collection of scarves neatly arranged in the closet .
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shoe organizer

a device or storage solution designed to hold and organize shoes, typically featuring compartments, shelves, or pockets to neatly store and display shoes

Ex: I need a bigger shoe organizer since my collection has grown over the years .
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over-the-door clothes hanger

a device with hooks or bars to hang clothes and items over the top of a door for storage

Ex: I keep my bag on the over-the-door clothes hanger so I can grab it easily when I leave .
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towel rack

a device or storage solution designed to hold and display towels, typically featuring bars or hooks to hang towels from

Ex: He reached for a clean towel from the towel rack after his workout .
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stand
stand
[noun]

a support or frame used to display or hold items

Ex: A stand kept the decorations upright .
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hallstand
hallstand
[noun]

a piece of furniture placed in entryways to hang coats, store shoes, and organize other items

Ex: We added a hallstand to our entryway to keep the space organized and welcoming .
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umbrella stand

a freestanding holder designed to store umbrellas, available in various sizes and styles to match different décor styles

Ex: A decorative umbrella stand near the entrance added a stylish touch to the foyer .
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shoe rack
shoe rack
[noun]

a storage unit designed to hold and organize shoes, made of wood, metal, or plastic, and available in different sizes and styles

Ex: The shoe rack by the entrance is perfect for storing shoes when guests arrive .
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rack
rack
[noun]

a support or stand for presenting or exhibiting items for sale or display

Ex: Shoes were lined up neatly on the display rack.
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cube shelf

a storage unit with cube-shaped compartments for organizing and displaying items

Ex: We need to buy a cube shelf to help organize the kids ’ toys in the playroom .
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