audiobook

noun

au·​dio·​book ˈȯ-dē-ō-ˌbu̇k How to pronounce audiobook (audio)
: a recording of a book or magazine being read aloud

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Given that the rights for your book, ‘In the Company of Strangers,’ were acquired by Isis Audio for an audiobook version, what’s your take on the rise of audiobooks? Sonya Rehman, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024 Brier previously told Variety that her audiobook is a new creative endeavor. Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024 From a vast catalog of audiobooks to sing-alongs and an ever increasing number of titles, this is the perfect on-the-go solution for young learners. Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024 Audible has many audiobooks, including new releases, classics and original podcasts. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for audiobook 

Word History

Etymology

audio- + book entry 1

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of audiobook was in 1942

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“Audiobook.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/audiobook. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.

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audiobook

noun
au·​dio·​book ˈȯd-ē-ō-ˌbu̇k How to pronounce audiobook (audio)
: a recording of a book being read
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