Bookmobile: meaning, definitions and examples
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bookmobile
[ ˈbʊkˌmoʊbiːl ]
mobile library
A bookmobile is a vehicle, typically a bus or van, that is equipped as a library and travels to different locations to provide access to books and other library services. It is particularly beneficial in areas where a traditional library may not be easily accessible, offering residents a chance to borrow books and participate in reading programs.
Synonyms
mobile library, traveling library
Examples of usage
- The local bookmobile visits neighborhoods every Saturday.
- Children eagerly await the arrival of the bookmobile during summer.
- The library's bookmobile is an essential resource for rural communities.
Translations
Translations of the word "bookmobile" in other languages:
🇵🇹 bibliomóvel
🇮🇳 पुस्तक मोबाइल
🇩🇪 Büchermobil
🇮🇩 mobil buku
🇺🇦 книжковий автобус
🇵🇱 mobilna biblioteka
🇯🇵 ブックモバイル
🇫🇷 bibliobus
🇪🇸 bibliobús
🇹🇷 kitap otobüsü
🇰🇷 책 이동 도서관
🇸🇦 مكتبة متنقلة
🇨🇿 knihomobil
🇸🇰 knihomobil
🇨🇳 流动图书馆
🇸🇮 mobilna knjižnica
🇮🇸 bókavagn
🇰🇿 кітап автобусы
🇬🇪 წიგნების მობილური
🇦🇿 kitab avtobusu
🇲🇽 bibliobús
Etymology
The term 'bookmobile' is a compound word formed from 'book' and 'mobile', indicating a vehicle that transports books. Its origins can be traced back to the early 20th century, when libraries began to recognize the need to reach underserved populations. Initially, some libraries used horse-drawn wagons to carry books into rural areas. The first bookmobile was established in 1905 in the United States, and it marked a significant step in the evolution of library services. With the development of automobiles, bookmobiles became more widespread and accessible, allowing libraries to expand their reach. Today, bookmobiles continue to be a vital resource for promoting literacy and providing access to information in various communities.