audiophile

noun

au·​dio·​phile ˈȯ-dē-ō-ˌfī(-ə)l How to pronounce audiophile (audio)
: a person who is enthusiastic about high-fidelity sound reproduction

Examples of audiophile in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Cambridge Audio has done something exceptional here and created a product that manages to swagger along the precarious line between appealing to both lifestyle and audiophile audiences. Chris Haslam, WIRED, 9 Aug. 2024 Photograph: Dyson These are expensive headphones, aimed at audiophiles and anyone willing to throw upwards of $500 at some nice cushy sound cannons. Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 20 July 2024 The Sonos Move speaker has long been a favorite among audiophiles for its clean, crisp sound, easy connectivity and sleek design. Tim Chan, Variety, 17 July 2024 For true audiophiles, the DBX707 offers a 1,600-watt Bowers & Wilkins stereo with 23 speakers and aluminum Double Dome tweeters, dedicated 3D headline speakers, bass speakers and a powerful subwoofer. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for audiophile 

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Word History

Etymology

audio- + -phile entry 1

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of audiophile was in 1951

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“Audiophile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/audiophile. Accessed 25 Aug. 2024.

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