Synonyms of shelves

Noun

1. shelf, support

usage: a support that consists of a horizontal surface for holding objects

2. ledge, shelf, ridge

usage: a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water

Verb

1. postpone, prorogue, hold over, put over, table, shelve, set back, defer, remit, put off, delay

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

2. shelve, put, set, place, pose, position, lay

usage: place on a shelf; "shelve books"

Definition and meaning of shelves (Dictionary)