plural noun
Places where people can read, borrow, or use books and other information.
Libraries are quiet places to study.
Many libraries offer free internet access.
American English
How to pronounce libraries
nounA2Very common word
LAIbraireez
/ˈlaɪˌbɹɛɹ.iz/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of library
Places where people can read, borrow, or use books and other information.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
plural noun
Groups of books, recordings, or digital materials owned by people or organizations.
The university has libraries of digital images and maps.
Her libraries include books, films, and music.
plural noun
Sets of computer code that programs can use for particular purposes.
Modern programs use libraries to add new features.
The developer installed several libraries for the project.
Useful expressions
A library that is open to everyone in a town or area.
The public library is closed on Sundays.
A card that lets you borrow books from a library.
You need a library card to borrow these books.
A book borrowed from a library.
Please return the library book tomorrow.
Related words & forms
The plural is libraries, not librarys.