on the shelf Synonyms
on the shelf Meaning
on the shelf
in a state of inactivity or uselessness, available from stock, the submerged gradually sloping border of a continent or island, a sandbank or ledge of rocks usually partially submerged, one of several similar pieces in a closet, bookcase, or similar structure, a flat projecting layer of rock, something resembling a shelf in form or position, a flat piece (as of wood or metal) set parallel to and above a floor (as on a wall or in a bookcase) to hold objects, a thin flat usually long and narrow piece of material (such as wood) fastened horizontally (as on a wall) at a distance from the floor to hold objects, the contents of a shelf, something (as a sandbar or ledge of rock) that suggests a shelf
on the shelf Sentence Examples
- The books were neatly arranged on the shelf, their colorful spines catching the eye.
- I reached up to grab the novel that was perched on the highest shelf.
- I dusted off the antique statue that had been gathering dust on the shelf for decades.
- The spices were conveniently placed on the kitchen shelf, within easy reach.
- The toys were meticulously organized on the toy shelf, each one having its designated spot.
- The old family photos were stored carefully on the top shelf of the cabinet.
- I folded the clean towels and placed them neatly on the linen shelf.
- The collection of rare coins was meticulously displayed on the shelf in the living room.
- I reorganized the shelves in my closet, separating the clothes by type.
- The medicine bottles were safely tucked away on the high shelf, out of reach of children.
FAQs About the word on the shelf
in a state of inactivity or uselessness, available from stock, the submerged gradually sloping border of a continent or island, a sandbank or ledge of rocks usu
unused,off, vacant, dormant, dead, idle, out of commission,at rest, inactive, latent
operative, employed,on, alive, operating, living, busy, running, functioning, active
The books were neatly arranged on the shelf, their colorful spines catching the eye.
I reached up to grab the novel that was perched on the highest shelf.
I dusted off the antique statue that had been gathering dust on the shelf for decades.
The spices were conveniently placed on the kitchen shelf, within easy reach.
