booking

UK: ˈbʊkɪŋ | US: ˈbʊkɪŋ

Definition

  1. n. the act of reserving or arranging something in advance (e.g., a ticket, hotel room, or appointment)

  2. n. a record of reservations or appointments

  3. n. (informal) a scheduled performance or engagement (e.g., "The band has a booking at the club tonight.")

Structure
book <to record or reserve>ing <noun suffix indicating action or result>
Etymology

The word "booking" derives from the verb "book," which originated from Old English "bōcian" (to grant by charter), itself from "bōc" (book or written document). The concept evolved from recording transactions in ledgers to modern reservations. The suffix "-ing" nominalizes the action, turning it into a concrete noun (e.g., "the act of booking").

Examples

  1. I made a booking for two at the restaurant tonight.

  2. The hotel’s online booking system is very efficient.

  3. Her calendar is full of client bookings this week.

  4. The band canceled their booking due to illness.

  5. Early booking is recommended for popular flights.