on the shelf

English

Prepositional phrase

on the shelf

(idiomatic) Laid aside, unused, abandoned.
(idiomatic, especially of a woman) Unmarried.
(idiomatic, sports) Injured.

Usage notes

Typically used with the verbs lay, leave, or put.

See also

off-the-shelf

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