viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər How to pronounce viewer (audio)
: one that views: such as
a
: a person who watches television
b
: a person legally appointed to inspect and report on property
c
: an optical device used in viewing

Examples of viewer in a Sentence

The program attracts millions of viewers every week. She is a regular viewer of the evening news. The exhibit was surrounded by a large crowd of viewers.
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Leonsis said that cable will continue to bring in the most money for teams and linear television will bring in the most viewers. Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 18 June 2025 In Bad Thoughts, Segura takes the viewer through a series of vignettes in each episode. Denise Petski, Deadline, 18 June 2025 The viewer gets to tag along through training camp and the ongoing NFL season. Dana Feldman, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025 As viewers head into S4’s final episode next week, Bumpy is left with few allies and even fewer resources. Okla Jones, Essence, 18 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for viewer

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of viewer was in the 15th century

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“Viewer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viewer. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.

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viewer

noun
view·​er ˈvyü-ər How to pronounce viewer (audio)
: one that views
especially : an optical device used in viewing
a viewer for slides

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