Meaning & Definition of word "Read"
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Read
/rɛd/
noun:
- 1. An act of reading; something that is read.
- Example: This book is a good read for anyone interested in science fiction.
- 2. A piece of written work or literature.
- Example: Her latest article is a fascinating read.
verb:
- 1. To look at and comprehend the meaning of written or printed matter.
- Example: She loves to read novels on the weekends.
- 2. To interpret or understand something from evidence or signs.
- Example: He could read the tension in the room before the meeting started.
- 3. To perform the act of reading; to utter aloud the written words.
- Example: The teacher asked the students to read the text aloud.
Etymology
Old English 'rēdan', meaning 'to advise, counsel, interpret'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
read between the lines:
To understand a deeper or hidden meaning.
read the room:
To assess the mood or feelings of a group of people.
read up on:
To study or gather information about a subject.
read the tea leaves:
To make a prediction based on a situation.
read aloud:
To vocalize written text for others to hear.
Related Words
reader:
A person who reads or is reading.
reading:
The action or skill of reading written or printed matter.
readable:
Able to be read easily.
Slang Meanings of read
Meaning: To understand or grasp something quickly.
Example Sentence: I read him like a book and knew he was lying.
Meaning: To criticize someone through comments or observations.
Example Sentence: She totally read him for his bad fashion choices.
Meaning: To assume or explain based on appearances.
Example Sentence: Don't just read the surface of what he said.