noun

reading

REE-dihng

noun

The activity of looking at and understanding written text.

"Reading before bed helps her relax."

A particular interpretation of a text, situation, or event.

"His reading of the contract differs from ours."

A value shown by a measuring instrument.

"The thermometer reading was 38 degrees."

An event at which written work, such as poetry or scripture, is read aloud to an audience.

"The author gave a reading from her new novel."

How to Use Reading

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In plain EnglishThe act of reading, an interpretation of something, or a measurement shown on a device.

Common pairings

reading list thermometer reading poetry reading

readings plural

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_____ before bed helps her relax.

From Old English rǣding, formed from "read" plus "-ing."

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