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reader

[ˈriːdər]

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.

  • Example

    The library has many readers of classic literature.

  • Example

    I bought a new e-reader for my vacation.

  • Example

    The computer's CD-ROM reader is broken.

reader Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with reader

  • a person who seems able to know what other people are thinking

    Example

    He always knows what I'm thinking. He's like a mind reader.

  • a person who reads quickly and efficiently

    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.

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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.

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