die Gebrauchsbibliothek
Translation
lending library, circulating library
Examples
Die Gebrauchsbibliothek ist für alle offen.
The lending library is open to everyone.
Man kann Bücher aus der Gebrauchsbibliothek ausleihen.
You can borrow books from the lending library.
Grammar Patterns
in ((the library)) There are many books in the lending library.
from ((the library)) I am borrowing a book from the lending library.
Similar Words
die Leihbibliothek (lending library); Antonym: die Präsenzbibliothek (reference-only library)
Etymology
A compound word: 'Gebrauch' (use) + 's' (linking element) + 'Bibliothek' (library). A library for 'use', meaning for borrowing.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Gebrauch' (use) + 'Bibliothek' (library). It's a library where you can 'use' the books by taking them home.