What does 'shelf' mean here? Dear italki users, I'm a bit confused by 'shelf' in the song 'Toss a Coint to Your Witcher' from 'The Witcher' Netflix show. In this song, Jaskier (the bard) tell the story about the hero who fought evil elves. At the edge of the world Fight the mighty horde That bashes and breaks you And brings you the morn’. He thrust every elf Far back on the shelf (!!!), High up on the mountain From whence it came. What does 'shelf' mean here? Is it like a book shelf or sea shelf? Which option makes more sense? And by the way, does this line make you think of 'elf on the shelf'? Thank you!