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Two signs merge to show where books may be obtained (9)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

libraries

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'two signs' is the definition.
The definition and answer can be both man-made objects as well as being plural nouns.
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(Other definitions for libraries that I've seen before include "Book repositories" , "Book depositories" , "Collections" , "They house books" , "facilities for readers" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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