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Term: shelve

Description:

Shelve is a verb that means to place or arrange something on a shelf or shelves.

It can also refer to a noun which means a horizontal board or ledge on which items can be stored.

Senses:

As a verb:

1. To place or arrange something on a shelf or shelves.
2. To abandon or postpone an idea, plan, or project.

As a noun:

1. A horizontal board or ledge on which items can be stored.

Usages:

Verb - Sense 1:

He carefully shelved the books in alphabetical order.

The librarian shelved the returned novels on the appropriate bookshelves.

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Verb - Sense 2:

After facing numerous obstacles, the company decided to shelve its new product idea.

Due to financial constraints, the team had no other choice but to shelve the expansion plans.

Noun - Sense 1:

She placed the box on the wooden shelf in the living room.

The garage had several sturdy shelving units for storing tools and equipment.

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