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read·ing
 reading
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- pronunciation:
- ri
dIng
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the action or activity of examining and comprehending written language.
As her eyesight has worsened, reading has become increasingly difficult.Reading is my favorite pastime.Students are assigned a great deal of reading in college. |
| definition 2: |
an oral recitation of something written.
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| definition 3: |
an interpretation of a particular text.
conflicting readings of a poem |
| definition 4: |
an interpretation, through performance, of a piece of music or a character in a drama.
- similar words:
- rendition
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| definition 5: |
the point indicated by a gauge or graded instrument.
a high reading on the thermometer |
| definition 6: |
an interpretation of an event, person, or the like, esp. with regard to motive or cause.
What's your reading of his actions? |
| related words: |
fix, gloss, lesson, monologue, version |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
used for reading.
a reading lamp |
| definition 2: |
relating to those who read.
the reading audience |
| related words: |
book |
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