viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər How to pronounce viewer (audio)
Synonyms of viewernext
: 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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In her acceptance speech Sunday night, the Korean Canadian director tearfully honored viewers from the Korean diaspora throughout the world. Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 18 Mar. 2026 The club’s television schedule has 15 games, all Friday night games (plus two preseason exhibition games) set to be televised on KDAF CW33 for viewers in the Dallas-Fort Worth market. R.j. Coyle, Dallas Morning News, 18 Mar. 2026 Over the years, viewers who watch Georgia Public Broadcasting’s coverage of the GHSA live high school football and basketball championships have become familiar with on-air hosts like Matt Stewart and Jon Nelson. Stan Awtrey, AJC.com, 18 Mar. 2026 While episodes were lighter on jokes and more low-key than most Adult Swim viewers were used to, following a character who finds joy in spending time with his friends and spreading happiness to his community was a precursor to Joe Pera Talks With You. Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for viewer

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 21 Mar. 2026.

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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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