Meaning & Definition of word "Browser"

Browser

/ˈbraʊ.zər/

noun:

  • 1. A software application used to access and view websites on the internet.
    • Example: I downloaded a new browser to improve my browsing speed.
  • 2. A person who looks through or inspects something casually.
    • Example: As a browser in the bookstore, she enjoyed browsing through the new releases.

Etymology

From 'browse', meaning to look through or glance at casually.

Common Phrases and Expressions

web browser:

A program for accessing the World Wide Web.

browser history:

A record of the websites a user has visited.

incognito mode:

A browsing mode that does not save history.

Related Words

navigate:

To travel through a website or application.

search engine:

A system that allows users to search for information on the internet.

Slang Meanings of browser

Meaning: Web surfer

Example Sentence: He’s a real web surfer, always hopping from one site to another.

Meaning: Clicker

Example Sentence: She’s just a clicker, always browsing but never buying.