reader Definition
- 1a person who reads or who is fond of reading
- 2a device or software that reads data from a storage medium and writes it into memory, especially one that reads and writes data on magnetic tape or optical disks
Using reader: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reader" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She's an avid reader of mystery novels.
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The library has many readers of classic literature.
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I bought a new e-reader for my vacation.
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The computer's CD-ROM reader is broken.
reader Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for reader
Antonyms for reader
Phrases with reader
Example
He always knows what I'm thinking. He's like a mind reader.
Example
She's a speed reader and can finish a novel in a few hours.
fair-weather reader
a person who only reads when the conditions are favorable or convenient
Example
He's not a true book lover, just a fair-weather reader who only reads on vacation.
Summary: reader in Brief
A 'reader' [ˈriːdər] is either a person who reads or a device/software that reads data from a storage medium and writes it into memory. Examples include 'She's an avid reader of mystery novels.' and 'I bought a new e-reader for my vacation.' Phrases like 'mind reader' describe a person who seems able to know what other people are thinking, while 'speed reader' describes someone who reads quickly and efficiently.
