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Word

readers

Phoneticsread·ers

US/ˈɹidɝz/

UK/ɹˈiːdəz/

Definitions

01people who read

A2

n. people who read books, magazines, or other written texts.

n. individuals who engage with written material, such as books, periodicals, or digital content.

“The magazine has millions of readers all over the world.”

“The author's latest novel has resonated deeply with readers, sparking widespread discussion across various literary forums and social media platforms.”

Antonyms

02reading glasses

B2

n. glasses that help you see small words more clearly when you read.

n. non-prescription or low-power prescription spectacles designed to assist with near-vision tasks.

“I need to buy a new pair of readers because I lost mine at the library.”

“He kept several pairs of inexpensive readers scattered around the house so he would never be without them when he wanted to check the news.”

Informal

Usage

Usually plural in this sense.

Synonyms

spectaclesmagnifiers

Collocations

readers like

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Level
A2 · Elementary
Frequency
Common
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