shelve

/ʃˈɛlv/

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Definitions

Verb

hold back to a later time; "let''s postpone the exam"

Verb

place on a shelf; "shelve books"

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Synonyms

defer hold over postpone prorogue put off put over remit set back table

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More General Terms

delay lay place pose position put set

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More Specific Terms

call hold probate reprieve respite suspend

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