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Carrel - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A carrel is a small, private study space, often found in libraries, with a desk and partitions for focused work. It provides quiet and seclusion for reading or research.

carrel

/ˈkærəl/ /ˈkærəl/

Definition:

A small study enclosure or desk in a library for individual use.

Synonyms:

cubicle, booth, study nook

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

open space, common area

Common Collocations:

library carrel, study carrel, private carrel, reserved carrel

Derivatives:

carrels (plural)

Usage Tips:

Use "carrel" to refer to a private workspace in libraries for focused study or reading.

Common Phrases:

"book a carrel, " "occupy a carrel, " "shared carrel"

Etymology:

Derived from Medieval Latin *carula*, meaning a small enclosure or compartment.

Examples:

  • 1. She reserved a quiet carrel in the library for her research.
  • 2. The student left his books on the carrel overnight.
  • 3. Each floor has several carrels for graduate students.
  • 4. He prefers studying in a carrel to avoid distractions.

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