Meaning & Definition of word "Viewer"

Viewer

/ˈvjuːər/

1. A person who watches or observes something, especially a TV program, movie, or video.
- Example: The new documentary attracted a large viewer base.
2. A device or instrument used to view something, such as a camera viewer.
- Example: She adjusted the viewer to get a clearer picture of the landscape.
3. A person who is part of an audience or group of onlookers.
- Example: As a viewer of the art exhibit, he appreciated the diverse styles of the artists.

Middle English, from view + -er

captive viewer:

A person who is highly engaged or mesmerized by what they are watching.

viewer discretion advised:

A warning to viewers to be cautious about the content they are about to see.

target viewer:

The specific audience demographic that a show or advertisement is meant to reach.

watch:

To look at or observe attentively.

observe:

To watch carefully, often for a specific purpose.

screen:

A surface on which images or data is displayed.

Meaning: Binge-watcher

Example Sentence: She's such a binge-watcher; she finished the entire series in a weekend.

Meaning: Couch potato

Example Sentence: After being a couch potato all weekend, he felt guilty for not being more active.