book·ing /ˈbʊkɪŋ/ ●○○ noun [countableC] 1 DLan arrangement to travel by train, use a hotel room etc at a particular time in the future 预订,预约 → reservation bookings on cruise ships 预订游船船位
I made a booking for two double rooms. 我预订了两个双人房间。
I’m calling to confirm my booking (=say definitely that I want to travel etc). 我打电话是想确认一下我的预订。
If you cancel your booking, there will be a small charge. 如果你取消预订,就要付一小额费用。
Places on the course are limited and advance booking is essential. 课程名额有限,必须预订。
block booking (=a booking for a large number of dates, seats, rooms etc) 团体预订
2. APan arrangement made by a performer to perform at a particular time in the future 演出预约 n COLLOCATIONSverbsmake a bookingYour travel agent will make your booking for you.
confirm a bookingPlease confirm your booking 48 hours before your flight.
cancel a bookingIf you wish to cancel your booking, you must do it in writing.
accept a bookingBookings can only be accepted on receipt of a deposit.
ADJECTIVES/NOUN + booking advance bookingThe cinema charges 50p a ticket for advance booking.
early bookingEarly booking is recommended because places are limited.
late bookingThere are cash penalties for late booking.
a holiday bookingI had an email confirming our holiday booking.
a group booking/block booking (=a booking for a large number of seats, rooms etc)There's a 20% discount for group bookings.
booking + NOUNa booking formYou can complete the booking form online.
a booking feeTicket agencies may charge a booking fee.
booking conditionsIn the event of a cancellation, a refund will be offered according to the terms of our booking conditions.
a booking hall/office British EnglishBrE (=a place for buying tickets, especially in a station)There were long queues in the booking hall.