Booking
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Template:WiktionaryTemplate:Wiktionary Booking has several meanings and usages, mostly historically derived from the concept of entering information into a book:
- In accounting, booking may refer to double-entry book-keeping.
- Booking is the process by which a criminal justice system creates an administrative record of those arrested. This usually involves taking photographs (mugshots) of the suspect, recording physical data, detailing charges against the suspect, and taking fingerprints.
- In the entertainment world, booking is the process of matching musicians or other performing artists with performance opportunities. A talent agency represents performing artists and is sometimes called a "booking agency".
- Booking is another term for a reservation, in the travel and hospitality industry, including airlines, railroads, hotels, and restaurants.
- Booking is the laying out of the plot before a professional wrestling match.
- A Booking is also another name for a caution in association football and several other sports. It is often indicated with a yellow card.
- In Korean Clubs or "K-Clubs", Booking refers to the practice of a sort of forced socalization in which waters drag female patrons to other tables of men. This service is implicit in the often high table charges at these clubs.
