Shelf

A shelf is a flat, horizontal or sloping plane used for items that are displayed or stored in a home, business, store, or elsewhere. It is raised off the floor and often anchored to a wall, supported on its shorter length sides by brackets, or otherwise anchored to cabinetry by brackets, dowels, screws, or nails. It can also be held up by columns or pillars.

A shelf is also known as a counter, ledge, mantel, or rack.
Tables designed to be placed against a wall, possibly mounted, are known as console tables, and are similar to individual shelves.

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