book·ing 
/ˈbʊkɪŋ/ noun
plural book·ings /ˈbʊkɪŋ/ noun 1 : an arrangement for a person or group (such as a singer or band) to perform at a particular place [count] ▪ She has several concert bookings this fall. ▪ The comedian missed some bookings because of illness. [noncount] ▪ All booking is done by the band's manager. 2 : an arrangement to have something (such as a room) held for your use at a later time [count] ▪ Our hotel register shows no booking [=(US more commonly) reservation] for you. ▪ cruise ship bookings [noncount] ▪ Advance booking [=(US more commonly) reservation] is required. ▪ booking fees ▪ a booking agent 3 [count] Brit, soccer : the act of officially recording the name of a player who has broken the rules in a game
