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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Streisand’s audiobook, published by Penguin Random House Audio, is also a current Grammy nominee for best audio book, narration and storytelling recording. Paul Grein, Billboard, 22 Jan. 2025 For a mom with a long commute, this could look like listening to an audiobook, a beloved playlist, or an engaging podcast. Jazmine Denise Thompson, Essence, 22 Jan. 2025 Keeping your headphones on and listening to a favorite podcast or audiobook can serve the same purpose. Angela Haupt, TIME, 21 Jan. 2025 The previous version of this audiobook was read by narrator Oliver Wyman. Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 14 Jan. 2025 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 1 Feb. 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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