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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Whether through audiobooks, advertisements, or public messaging, voiceover is emerging as a silent force in helping people feel seen, heard, and understood. Nia Bowers, USA Today, 11 July 2025 In March 2024, the platform began offering the same audiobooks — which had been free — as a separate subscription and automatically converted Premium Plan holders to a new bundle. Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025 In the meantime, library members can check out thousands of downloadable and streaming books, audiobooks, magazines and movies online. John Tufts, IndyStar, 2 July 2025 Cardholders can borrow eBooks, audiobooks, and more through the Libby app. Marina Johnson, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for audiobook

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Etymology

audio- + book entry 1

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 15 Jul. 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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