circulating library

/ˌsʌrkjəleɪdɪŋ ˌlaɪˈbrʌri/
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Other forms: circulating libraries

Definitions of circulating library
  1. noun
    library that provides books for use outside the building
    synonyms: lending library
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    type of:
    depository library, library
    a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study
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